Paul O ‘Donovan, the Olympic silver medallist from Skibbereen in Co. Cork, brings home a Gold medal after winning in style in the men’s lightweight single sculls final at the World Rowing Championships in Rotterdam.
He pulled away from the competition early in the race and finished first, claiming an easy victory by over four seconds.
Himself and his brother Gary are due back in Ireland tomorrow, and they are certain to receive a hero’s welcome.