Ireland claim gold and silver at sailing Grand Slam final

Finn Lynch and Eve McMahon built on a brilliant year in the Netherlands

Finn Lynch in action at Kieler Woche in Germany

Ireland’s Finn Lynch and Eve McMahon capped off a momentous season on Sunday by claiming gold and silver medals at the Sailing Grand Slam final in the Netherlands.

The pair’s success brings Ireland’s tally in the new Grand Slam series to five podium finishes between them and it underscores a landmark year for Irish sailing. In total, the season has delivered seven international medals, including a World Championship bronze, five Grand Slam podiums, and a bronze at the U23 European Championships.