Rowers to create waves in race for titles

More than 2,500 rowers and up to 10,000 visitors will descend on Courtmacsherry this weekend as the West Cork village hosts the All Ireland Coastal Rowing Championships.

Racing commences at 5pm today but all the crews are hoping to make it to Sunday’s 24 final races in Broadstrand Bay, which features all categories from U12 to masters men and women. Races taking place tomorrow and on Sunday start at 7.30am.

The host club are the reigning All-Ireland senior champions, and scores of locals, along with the support of neighbouring West Cork clubs, have ensured the village will be en fête.