Day 2 of the Irish Rowing Championships saw exhilarating races and standout performances across multiple categories. The competition continued to be intense, with rowers pushing their limits to claim the top spots. Here are the highlights and results from Saturday’s events:

W Jnr 18 2X

  • Winner: Athlone Boat Club

M Novice 4X+

  • Winner: University College Dublin Boat Club

W Senior 4X-

  • Winner: University of Limerick Rowing Club / Shannon Rowing Club

W Novice 4X+

  • Winner: University College Cork Rowing Club

W Jnr 16 2X

  • Winner: Fermoy Rowing Club

M Jnr 18 4X-

  • Winner: Athlone Boat Club

M Inter 1X

  • Winner: Castleconnell Boat Club
  • Athlete: A. O’Connor

M Senior 2-

  • Winner: Cork Boat Club

W Inter 2-

  • Winner: University of Galway Boat Club

M Jnr 16 8

  • Winner: Castleconnell Boat Club

M Jnr 16 2X

  • Winner: Muckross Rowing Club

W Jnr 18 4-

  • Winner: Enniskillen Royal Boat Club

W Senior 2-

  • Winner: Shannon Rowing Club

M Senior 4X-

  • Winner: Queen’s University Belfast Boat Club

M Club 2 1X

  • Winner: The Lady Elizabeth Boat Club

M Inter 2-

  • Winner: University College Cork Rowing Club

W Club 2 8

  • Winner: University College Dublin Boat Club

M Jnr 18 8

  • Winner: St Joseph’s College Rowing Club

W Inter 1X

  • Winner: Skibbereen Rowing Club
  • Athlete: A. Hayes

W Jnr 16 8

  • Winner: Enniskillen Royal Boat Club


Highlights
Athlone Boat Club had a remarkable day, securing victories in both the Women’s Junior 18 Double Sculls and Men’s Junior 18 Quadruple Sculls. Castleconnell Boat Club also delivered strong performances, winning the Men’s Intermediate Single Sculls and Men’s Junior 16 Eight.

Shannon Rowing Club continued to dominate in the senior women’s categories, clinching the Women’s Senior Pair in collaboration with University of Limerick Rowing Club in the Women’s Senior Quadruple Sculls.

Skibbereen reached 198 national titles as Aisling Hayes secured a commanding victory in the intermediate single sculls.

We were delighted to be joined today by An Tánaiste Micheál Martin to present the awards to the well-deserved winners and appreciate his continued support.

Looking Ahead
As the championships progress, the anticipation builds for the final day’s races. Spectators can expect more thrilling competition and outstanding rowing performances as clubs vie for the remaining titles.

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