Gold standard: Paul O'Donovan and Fintan McCarthy on top of the world once again 

The reigning Olympic champions started the race towards the back of the field, but as always, they were just getting into their stride. 

CHAMPIONS: Fintan McCarthy, left, and Paul O'Donovan of Ireland celebrate with their gold medals after winning the Lightweight Men's Double Sculls Final A, in a time of 06:16.46, during day 7 of the World Rowing Championships 2022 at Račice in Czech Republic. Pic: Piaras Ó Mídheach/Sportsfile

The Skibbereen rowing phenomenon that is the duo of Paul O'Donovan and Fintan McCarthy are on top of the world once again.

The reigning Olympic champions started the A final of lightweight men's double sculls towards the back of the field, but as always, they were just getting into their stride.