Paul Griffin (rower) facts for kids
| Medal record | ||
|---|---|---|
| Men's rowing | ||
Representing  Ireland |
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| World Rowing Championships | ||
| Silver | 2005 Gifu | LM4- |
| Bronze | 2006 Eton | LM4- |
Paul Griffin was born on September 1, 1979, in Tralee, Ireland. He is a talented Irish athlete known for his skills in rowing. Paul has represented his country in major international competitions, including the Olympic Games.
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Paul Griffin's Rowing Journey
Paul Griffin is best known as a rower. He competed in the lightweight coxless four event. This is a type of rowing where four people row a boat without a coxswain (the person who steers and gives commands). The "lightweight" part means the rowers have to be under a certain weight limit.
Olympic Appearances
Paul competed in two Olympic Games for Ireland. These are huge global sports events.
- At the 2004 Summer Olympics in Athens, Greece, Paul and his team finished 6th. They competed in the men's lightweight coxless four event.
- Four years later, at the 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing, China, Paul's team placed 10th in the same event.
World Championship Medals
Besides the Olympics, Paul also won medals at the World Rowing Championships. These championships bring together the best rowers from around the world.
- In 2005, he won a silver medal in Gifu, Japan.
- In 2006, he earned a bronze medal in Eton, England.
Beyond Rowing: A Winter Sport Dream
Paul Griffin is not just a rower. He also has a passion for winter sports!
Cross-country Skiing
Paul even qualified for the 15 km Cross-country Skiing event. This was for the 2010 Winter Olympics. This shows how versatile he is as an athlete. However, he was not chosen to compete. Another skier who was ranked higher got the spot instead.
Paul Griffin's career shows his dedication to sports. He has achieved great things in rowing. He also pursued his dream in cross-country skiing.
