Fiona Murtagh and Aifric Keogh Win Silver in Rowing World Cup, Doyle and Lynch Take Bronze

Fiona Murtagh and Aifric Keogh secured a Silver medal for Ireland in the Women’s Pair event at the Rowing World Cup in Spain, adding to the Bronze medal won by Philip Doyle and Daire Lynch in the Men’s Double. The Irish team put up a strong fight against the reigning World Champions from the Netherlands, finishing just one second behind them at the finish line.

Speaking after the race, Murtagh expressed her excitement about the team’s performance, stating that it was only their second event together as a pair and they are constantly learning and improving. Keogh also highlighted the progress they have made over the past few months, emphasizing the importance of consistency in their training.

Doyle and Lynch also put on an impressive performance, narrowly edging out the German crew to secure the Bronze medal in the Men’s Double event. Doyle credited their fast start and strategic sprint for their success, while Lynch praised their teamwork and determination.

In addition to these podium finishes, there were strong performances from the Women’s Four and Sanita Puspure in the Women’s Single Scull event. Konan Pazzaia and Nathan Timoney and Ross Corrigan also had notable performances in the Men’s Single and Men’s Pair events, respectively.

The Irish rowing team’s success at the Rowing World Cup sets a positive tone for the upcoming European Championships in Hungary. With a strong showing on the world stage, Ireland’s rowers are poised to continue their medal streak at the Paris Olympics and beyond.

Overall, Rowing Ireland’s performance at the World Cup demonstrates the country’s strength in rowing and the potential for future success on the international stage. The team’s dedication and hard work are paying off, and they are well-positioned for continued success in the sport.