The men's coxless pair event at the 2020 Summer Olympics took place from 24 to 29 July 2021 at the Sea Forest Waterway.

The reigning medalists in the event were New Zealand, South Africa, and Italy.

Each National Olympic Committee (NOC) was limited to a single boat (one rower) in the event since 1912.

The repechage offered rowers a second chance to qualify for the semifinals.

The top three boats from each heat advanced to Final A and competed for a medal.