Cork on top after another rowing success

Cork on top after another rowing success

Mark O’Donovan and Shane O’Driscoll with Paul O’Donovan celebrating their gold medal wins at the World Rowing Championships in Florida. Pic: INPHO

CORK is on top of the world after securing three gold medals in the World Rowing Championships while Cork City FC booked a place in the FAI Cup Final, maintaining hopes of a historic double.

Skibbereen once again dominated world rowing with Paul O’Donovan winning the lightweight men’s single sculls in Florida.

Supporters watching the finals on television yesterday in Skibbereen Credit Union. Pic: Denis Minihane
Supporters watching the finals on television yesterday in Skibbereen Credit Union. Pic: Denis Minihane

In typical style, the Corkman made a relaxed yet strong start to the race, powering through to claim the win, beating the second-place New Zealander by 3.5 seconds.

Also securing gold medals in Florida were Mark O’Donovan and Shane O’Driscoll who won the lightweight men’s pair.

A large crowd celebrated in Skibbereen, watching the races live.

In Turner’s Cross last night, Cork City FC got revenge on Limerick for last week’s league defeat. City won by a goal to move on to the FAI Cup Final at the Aviva Stadium in November.

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