Back in Skibbereen: Olympic rowing heroes return home

Golden boy Fintan McCarthy and bronze medallist Emily Hegarty took part in an impromptu drive through the town to celebrate their stunning victories
Golden boy Fintan McCarthy and bronze medallist Emily Hegarty took part in an impromptu drive through the town to celebrate their stunning victories Picture: Anne Minihane / Twitter

Golden boy Fintan McCarthy and bronze medallist Emily Hegarty took part in an impromptu drive through the town to celebrate their stunning victories Picture: Anne Minihane / Twitter

Two of Cork's Olympic heroes have returned home to Skibbereen, with medals in tow.

Golden boy Fintan McCarthy and bronze medallist Emily Hegarty took part in an impromptu drive through the town to celebrate their stunning victories at this year's Olympic Games with locals. 

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