Robert Dickson and Seán Waddilove in medal contention at World Championships

Irish back in contention going into final day of 49er Sailing World Championships in Oman

Ireland's Robert Dickson and Sean Waddilove. File picture: INPHO/Oceansport/Dave Branigan

Two third places for Tokyo 2020 sailors Robert Dickson (Howth Yacht Club) and Seán Waddilove (Skerries Sailing Club) at the Olympic 49er skiff class World Championships in Mussanah, Oman Saturday have boosted their chances ahead of Sunday's final.

After a challenging day on Friday, when the Dublin pair slipped to eleventh overall, they opened Saturday's round with a 16th place before coming back strongly with two third places.