The 2024 World Rowing Championships in St. Catharines, Canada, was a standout event for the Irish rowing teams, marked by exceptional performances, heartfelt gratitude, and a strong sense of camaraderie. The Irish athletes secured two gold medals, two bronze medals, and a number of top 10 finishes, highlighting their skill and determination on the world stage.

Key Results:

  • BM4- C Final: Liam Walter, Luke Dunleavy, Andrew O’Leary, and Rory Buckley delivered a strong performance, finishing 2nd in the C Final.
  • BLM2x A Final: Donnacha Keeley and Ciaran Purdy brought home a gold medal in the U23 Lightweight Men’s Double Sculls, dominating their final.
  • BM2x A Final: Brian Colsh and Adam Murphy earned a bronze medal in the U23 Men’s Double Sculls, showcasing their competitive edge.
  • BLW2x A Final: The duo of Sophia Monahan and Aine O’Mahony placed 6th in the U23 Lightweight Women’s Double Sculls, securing a top-10 world ranking.
  • BM1x A Final: Andrew Sheehan finished 6th in the U23 Men’s Single Sculls, demonstrating his resilience in a tough field.
  • BM4x B Final: Shane Rafferty, Fergus Bryce, Donagh Claffey, and Fionn O’Reilly claimed victory in the B Final, placing 7th overall in the U23 Men’s Quadruple Sculls.
  • LM1x A Final: Paul O’Donovan added another gold to his collection, winning the Lightweight Men’s Single Sculls with a commanding performance.
  • LW1x A Final: Siobhan McCrohan secured a bronze medal in the Lightweight Women’s Single Sculls, underscoring her position as one of the top competitors in the world.
  • JW2x B Final: Anna Brennan and Moya Knowles won the B Final in the Junior Women’s Double Sculls, finishing 7th overall.
  • JM4+ Final: The Junior Men’s Coxed Four, consisting of Dominic Casey, Mattais Cogan, Michael Dan Lucey, Evan O’Byrne, and Luke Fitzgerald, placed 5th in their final.
  • JM4x A Final: Michael McGrath, Jack Rafferty, Rian Claffey, and Sean Morris narrowly missed a podium finish, coming in 4th in the Junior Men’s Quadruple Sculls.

The U23 Women’s Double Scull team of Holly Davis and Grace Healy, who had progressed to the B Final, unfortunately had to withdraw due to medical reasons.

The Irish crews expressed deep appreciation for the support they received throughout the competition.

These results and reflections highlight a successful and memorable championship for the Rowing Ireland teams, with achievements that will inspire future generations of rowers.