Skibbereen to host homecoming for Cork's Olympic rowers on Sunday

It will celebrate Skibbereen Rowing Club athletes who competed in Paris 2024
Skibbereen to host homecoming for Cork's Olympic rowers on Sunday

Paul O'Donovan, left, and Fintan McCarthy of Team Ireland celebrate with fans after winning the men's lightweight double sculls finals A at Vaires-sur-Marne Nautical Stadium during the 2024 Paris Summer Olympic Games in Paris, France. Photo by Brendan Moran/Sportsfile

Skibbereen Rowing Club is holding an Olympic homecoming, supported by Cork County Council, tomorrow afternoon.

It will celebrate the club's athletes who competed in Paris 2024, including gold medalists Paul O'Donovan and Fintan McCarthy.

The parade is commencing at 3pm heading down North St, down Main Street and into the Fairfield where there will be live music and the Olympians will be on stage.

People are advised to be aware of parking restrictions will apply on Main St, Bridge St and the Fairfield from this evening.

Parking tomorrow will be available at O’Donovan Rossa GAA grounds, Skibbereen New Mart (Marsh Road), Skibbereen Rugby Club, The Showgrounds Cork Road, and Morgan O Driscoll’s (beside Hurley’s Garage) on the bypass.

People are also asked to follow the instructions of gardaí and stewards on the day.

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