Person: Gary O'Donovan

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<p>Paul was joined by his family at the graduation, including older brother Gary who accompanied him to win silver in the double sculls in the 2016 Olympics. Picture: Michael Mac Sweeney/Provision</p>

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'Dr' Paul O'Donovan swaps Olympic gold medal for gown as he graduates from UCC

Just as he is before a World or Olympic championship rowing regatta, Paul O’Donovan was calm and collected while collecting his Bachelor’s Degree in Medicine in UCC

<p> Former professional cyclist Sean Kelly and Olympic rower Gary O'Donovan, lead the pelethon of cyclists down Grand Parade Cork at the start of the Tour De Munster in Aid of Down Syndrome Ireland. Picture: Don MacMonagle</p>

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'A real test of fortitude and willpower': cyclists set off on 600km Tour de Munster

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Gary O'Donovan wins through to World Rowing Championship quarter-finals

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Cork cafe opens new roasting facility to keep up with demand following Aldi deal

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Paul O’Donovan absent for Irish team for European Championships

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A familiar face is returning to the Late Late Show on Friday

Paul and Gary O'Donovan survive semi-final scare at World Championships

Aifric Keogh and Emily Hegarty have also secured their place in a world final.

Thu, 13 Sep, 2018

Paul and Gary O'Donovan win their World Championship quarter-final

Paul and Gary O'Donovan won their lightweight men's double sculls World Championship quarter-final to progress to the A/B semi-final.

Wed, 12 Sep, 2018

Ireland's lightweight quad impress in progressing to World final

Ireland's lightweight quad will go for gold at the World Rowing Championships on Friday.

Wed, 12 Sep, 2018

O'Donovan brothers win World Cup semi-final

Sanita Puspure is also through to her final.

Sat, 02 Jun, 2018

Paul and Gary O'Donovan make a splash at 2017 Indoor Rowing Championships

The stand and temporary seating were packed and the star attractions didn’t disappoint as Skibbereen’s O’Donovan brothers lit up the 2017 Indoor Rowing Championships at the University of Limerick on Saturday.

Thu, 26 Jan, 2017

THE BIG INTERVIEW: How Paul's drive ignited the champion in Gary O'Donovan

In an incredible year that brought him and his brother from the European and Olympic podiums to the Graham Norton Show, and a host of awards ceremonies in between, Gary O’Donovan describes the special local Lisheen moment that meant the most. And he recalls how watching the driven younger Paul one day ignited the champion inside him too

Sat, 24 Dec, 2016

Watch as Cork's Olympic heroes reflect on life after Olympic glory and fame

Olympic silver medallists, Gary and Paul O’Donovan from West Cork, are ‘Cork Persons of the Month’ winners following their herculean efforts at the Rio Olympics in August and earlier this week they spoke candidly to Awards Organiser, Manus O’Callaghan.

Wed, 12 Oct, 2016

You'll love this remix of 'Row, row, row your boat' in honour of the O'Donovan brothers

There's no doubting who were the stand out stars for Ireland at the Rio Olympics.

Sat, 03 Sep, 2016

Rio Olympic Games 2016 - Closing Ceremony

Rio Olympics reaches colourful conclusion

International Olympic Committee president Thomas Bach praised Rio's "marvellous Games" during a closing ceremony marked by colour, music and rain at the Maracana Stadium.

Mon, 22 Aug, 2016

Catch-up with what you've missed with our morning briefing

Good morning. Here’s everything you need to know before you start your day.

Mon, 22 Aug, 2016

Tired eyes tell tale of what it took from Paul and Gary O'Donovan

For those back home, it was the teared-up eyes of two-time Olympian Neville Maxwell on RTÉ that told you just what this meant.

Sat, 13 Aug, 2016

Ex-national champion: I remember when the O'Donovans began, they were lunatics, full of beans

A 16-time national rowing champion has told how Paul O'Donovan had aimed to row in Rio since the age of 12.

Fri, 12 Aug, 2016

Gardaí release third man questioned over Cork hostage-taking

Gardaí in Cork have released a man arrested earlier this week in connection with a hostage-taking and attempted armed robbery in the city.

Thu, 05 May, 2005

Three men still in custody over Cork extortion attempt

Three men remain in garda custody this morning in connection with yesterday morning's hostage taking and attempted robbery in Cork.

Wed, 04 May, 2005

Neighbours stunned by Cork raid

AT least three motorists brought their cars to a stop yesterday morning as they sailed through the Mount Oval estate on the outskirts of Cork city, and proceeded to capture the scene on their camera phone.

Wed, 04 May, 2005

Heroic action by sergeant praised

A GARDA sergeant who tackled one of the armed men trying to extort cash from his brother-in-law was hailed a hero yesterday and could be in line for a Scott medal for bravery.

Wed, 04 May, 2005

Gardaí probe possible IRA link Cork robbery bid

Gardaí were tonight investigating a suspected Provisional IRA link to a hostage-taking and attempted robbery in Cork.

Tue, 03 May, 2005

Third man arrested over attempted robbery in Cork

Gardaí have arrested a third man in connection with a hostage-taking and attempted armed robbery in Cork city this morning.

Tue, 03 May, 2005