Banbridge rower Philip Doyle and his partner Daire Lynch claimed Double Sculls bronze for Ireland on the Seine.
The Romanian duo of Cornea and Enache claimed gold in a thrilling race, with Melvin Twellaar and Stef Broenink of the Netherlands hanging on for silver. Doyle and Lynch recorded a time of 6.15.17, less than three seconds behind the the winners. The Irish pair held off stiff competition from the American duo to win bronze.
Coached by Fra Keane, Doyle and Lynch have formed a formidable partnership. In their very first regatta they finished fourth at the 2023 European Championships. They subsequently secured bronze medals in a World Cup event in Lucerne and more importantly at the World Championships.
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