The Taoiseach congratulates Kenny Egan on winning a Silver Medal at the 2008 Olympics

The Taoiseach, Brian Cowen, this morning congratulated Kenny Egan on winning a Silver Medal at the 2008 Olympics in Beijing.

The Taoiseach said "Kenny fought a brave fight and gave everything in a wonderful bout of top class boxing. Not only did Kenny do us proud in the ring but he was also an inspirational captain throughout the whole boxing tournament. Kenny and our two other medalists Paddy Barnes and Darren Sutherland can be truly be proud of their achievements. They have done themselves and Ireland proud."

The Taoiseach paid tribute to all of the Irish Olympians, and their trainers, who worked so hard over the last few years on the road to the Beijing 2008 Olympics.

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24th August 2008