‘Sometimes we would cut loose and give the other lad a bit of a bollocking’

Paul O’Donovan (21) and his brother Gary (22) will compete in the lightweight men’s doubles at the World Rowing Championships in Aiguebelette, France, next week with a view to claiming one of the top 11 spots and, with it, a ticket to next year’s Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro.

‘Sometimes we would cut loose and give the other lad a bit of a bollocking’
Sat, 29 Aug, 2015 - 01:00
Brendan O'Brien

Q: So, Paul, what are the aims next week?

A:

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