'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

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

“I’ve not answered the phone to the mother in a long time, so she’s not best pleased, so she’s glad I’ve finished up today now.”

Just as he is on the start line for a World or Olympic championship rowing regatta, Skibbereen’s Paul O’Donovan was calm and collected while collecting his Bachelor’s Degree in Medicine following a ceremony in University College Cork (UCC).