Paul O'Donovan finished more than 16 seconds ahead of second-placed Jack Hargreaves
Paul O’Donovan won his heat of the Open single sculls at the Sydney International Regatta on Monday.
The Skibbereen oarsman finished more than 16 seconds ahead of second-placed Jack Hargreaves.
Gary O’Donovan finished eighth in his heat and must take on a repechage if he is to qualify for a semi-final.
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