Options’ QUB Rowing Partnership Leads Stars to Paris 2024 Olympics
25 Julio 2024 - 10:50AM
Business Wire
Options Technology, a trailblazer in capital markets
infrastructure, is proud to announce that its impactful partnership
with Queen’s University Belfast (QUB) Rowing has helped enable club
member Nathan Timoney, to represent Ireland at the Paris 2024
Olympics.
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Nathan Timoney, 24, hailing from Enniskillen, has made a
remarkable journey from playing for the Senior Fermanagh Hurling
team to becoming an elite rower. After transitioning to rowing,
Nathan initially competed in a Four, securing a bronze medal at the
World U23 Championships in 2022. He also raced in a Four at the
2023 European Championships before forming a pair with Ross
Corrigan, a Queen’s graduate, for the second World Cup, where they
reached the final. Their partnership culminated in winning a bronze
at the 2023 World Championships, marking Ireland’s first-ever
heavyweight sweep medal.
Joining Nathan in representing Ireland at the Olympics are
several distinguished alumni of QUB Rowing: Ross Corrigan, Philip
Doyle and Rebecca Edwards all of whom have progressed through the
Rowing Academy and the Elite Athlete Programme at Queen’s.
Nathan's Olympic qualification underscores the strength and
dedication of QUB Rowing, bolstered by Options' sponsorship.
Over the past year, Options’ support has enabled the team to attend
international training camps and achieve significant successes on
the global stage.
Options Technology already shares close ties to Queen’s Rowing,
with world-class rowers Olivia Blundell, Ryan
Ballantyne and former Men’s Captain Dominic Murtagh all
part of the team at Options.
Danny Moore, President and CEO of Options, commented,
“With record-breaking successes and unprecedented Olympic level
representation, we are immensely proud to continue our support of
Queen’s University Belfast Rowing as they embark on Paris 2024. Our
sponsorship plays a crucial role in cultivating and advancing the
champions of tomorrow. By providing the necessary resources and
support, Options is helping to build a strong foundation for these
exceptional athletes to achieve their highest potential on the
global stage. On behalf of the entire Options team, we extend our
heartfelt best wishes for their success at the Paris 2024 Olympics
and eagerly anticipate what promises to be an unforgettable
homecoming.”
John Armstrong, Queen’s Rowing Coach and Irish U23 Lead Coach
added, “We are delighted to continue our partnership with Options
into the upcoming 2024 season and beyond. Their sponsorship will
support the continued growth of the club, aiding in the supply of
new equipment and enabling us to travel further than ever before,
from training camps to prestigious worldwide events.”
Karl Oakes, Head of Sport and Physical Wellbeing at
Queen’s, stated, “Queen’s Sport seeks to maximize the academic and
sporting potential of our students. Options’ sponsorship allows us
to continue investing in our students and in Queen’s Rowing,
providing the best possible development opportunities for
them.”
Options Technology’s partnership with Queen’s Rowing reflects
its commitment to social responsibility and community support. The
company has also sponsored the St. Patrick’s Day SPAR Craic 10K and
donated £57,061 to PIPS Suicide Prevention Ireland.
Today’s announcement is part of a series of exciting
developments for Options, including the appointment of Laura McCann
as CFO and recognitions such as Employer for the Future by The
Irish News and IT Team of the Year by The Belfast Telegraph.
Options Technology:
Options Technology (Options) is a financial technology company
at the forefront of banking and trading infrastructure. We serve
clients globally with offices in New York, London, Belfast,
Cambridge, Chicago, Dubai, Hong Kong, Tokyo, Singapore, Paris, and
Auckland. At Options, our services are woven into the hottest
trends in global technology, including high-performance Networking,
Cloud, Security, and AI (Artificial Intelligence).
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