Best sporting moments of the year: O’Donovan and McCarthy a World apart in Racice

The Irish lightweight double sculls duo proved yet again just why they are the best at what they do

Fintan McCarthy and Paul O'Donovan celebrate after winning the Lightweight Men's Double Sculls Final during the Rowing World Championships in Racice, Czech Republic. Photograph: Martin Divisek/EPA
Fintan McCarthy and Paul O'Donovan celebrate after winning the Lightweight Men's Double Sculls Final during the Rowing World Championships in Racice, Czech Republic. Photograph: Martin Divisek/EPA
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Philip Reid

Philip Reid

Philip Reid is Golf Correspondent of The Irish Times