President Higgins congratulates O’Donovan brothers on winning Olympic silver medal
Date: Fri 12th Aug, 2016 | 15:26
Speaking this afternoon (12 August 2016) President Michael D. Higgins sent his congratulations to Paul and Gary O’Donovan on winning silver in the Men’s Lightweight Double Sculls.
“On behalf of the people of Ireland, I want to congratulate Paul and Gary O’Donovan on winning a silver medal today - Ireland’s first ever Olympic rowing medal.
They have captured the nation’s imagination and their skill, determination and positive outlook make them outstanding ambassadors for their sport, and for their community, long into the future.
Their success today will encourage young men and women all around the island to participate in sport and realise that success at the highest level is possible in virtually every sport.”