Clare native Liam Jegou has taken bronze at the World under 23 canoe slalom championships in Krakow, Poland.
The France-based Irishman, whose mother hails from Ballyvaughan, secured a spot in the top three despite suffering a two-second penalty.
Jegou will be overage for this competition next year but is already targeting the Tokyo Olympic Games are three consecutive final appearances.
CONTINUE READING BELOWIts official, Ireland have their first medal of the U23 World Championships in Krakow . Super Result in the Finals , with Liam Jegou bringing home a Bronze Medal. What a result.Congratulations. So proud of you @LiamJegou @CanoeIrish @RTEsport @CanoeingIreland pic.twitter.com/EMNjn5kJ3R
— Elizabeth O’Ferrall (@oferralle) July 19, 2019