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Limerick man named on Irish team for 2025 World Rowing Championships in Shanghai
Tiarnan O'Donnell will compete in the PR2 Mixed Double Scull with Sadhbh Ní Laoghaire
Tiarnan O'Donnell with teammate Sadhbh Ní Laoghaire during the 2025 World Rowing Cup at Rotsee in Lucerne, Switzerland I PICTURE: Sportsfile
Reporter:
Oisín Nolan
23 Aug 2025 1:00 PM
Email:
oisin.nolan@limerickleader.ie
Rowing Ireland has announced its team for the 2025 World Rowing Championships, set to take place from 21st – 28th September in Shanghai, China. Among the team is Boher native, Tiarnan O'Donnell
As the first major international World Championships following the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, this year’s Rowing Ireland team reflects a deliberate and strategic focus on athlete development, for the next Olympic and Paralympic cycle, and continued investment in the National Rowing Centre to underpin elite athlete pathway and success.
The 2025 World Championship team features a dynamic blend of experienced internationals and exciting new talent, underlining Rowing Ireland’s commitment to long-term success both on and off the water.
This transitional year also sees several Olympians pursuing personal and professional development, with Rowing Ireland actively supporting them as they navigate the crucial phase between Olympic and Paralympic cycles.
Fresh from her epic silver medal at the European Championships, Galway’s double Olympian Fiona Murtagh will step into the women’s single scull, adding star quality to a competitive field.
The men’s double scull sees Olympic champion Fintan McCarthy pairing with Olympic bronze medallist Philip Doyle, forming a crew brimming with international pedigree.
The women’s four makes a strong return post the Paris Olympic Games, featuring returning Olympians, Natalie Long and Imogen Magner.
The women’s four is welcoming two new members to the team, Emma Waters and Aisling Hayes, Aisling made her debut at the European Championships earlier this year, while Emma is making her senior debut at this year’s World Championships.
The men’s pair of Nathan Timoney and Ross Corrigan are set to renew their partnership, following the 2025 Olympic Games. The men’s quadruple scull sees a recognisable line up of Adam Murphy, Andrew Sheehan and Brian Colsh with the addition of experienced Olympian and World medallist Ronan Byrne returning to the mix.
2023 World Gold medallist Siobhan McCrohan continues her campaign in the lightweight single.
In the women’s double, Olympians Zoë Hyde and Margaret Cremen reunite following European Championships and Lucerne line ups, while Tokyo Olympic medallist Emily Hegarty partners with double Olympian Aoife Casey in the women’s pair. Having spent the winter training and studying at UL in London.
Jake McCarthy who was a finalist in the Lightweight men's single scull at the Europeans earlier in the year competes in this event in Shanghai.
While medal winning Paralympian Tiarnan O’Donnell will team up with young athlete Sadhbh Ní Laoghaire following their medal winning success at Lucerne International regatta this year.
“This year presents a valuable opportunity to look ahead to Los Angeles 2028, to develop talent, and to solidify the high-performance culture within our team. We’re investing in both our people and our infrastructure, with ongoing enhancements at the National Rowing Centre to ensure our athletes have the best possible environment for growth. We’re proud of the depth and versatility of this team and confident they will represent Ireland with excellence on the world stage," said Rowing Ireland's Lead Coach Dominic Casey.
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