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Funeral details announced for Wicklow sports figure Daniel Dowling who died on Saturday

The funeral details for father-of-two Daniel ‘Danny’ Dowling, who died suddenly on Saturday, have been announced as the tight-knit communities of Glenmalure, Ballinacor, Rathdrum and surrounding areas are still struggling to come to terms with his loss. Danny, a stalwart of both Ballinacor GAA Club and Rathdrum Rugby Club, died peacefully, but unex...

2024-04-22T11:26:19Z

‘We’d love to win an Ulster title’ – Armagh and Rory Grugan determined to win some silverware

Rory Grugan is happy to bring up the elephant in the room. Armagh and Ulster. The Anglo Celt trophy. It’s 16 years since they won the province, with that 2008 triumph bookending a remarkable spell of dominance and a seventh Ulster title in 10 campaigns for the county. They’ve largely been marked absent since as they moved from feast to famine. In t...

2024-04-24T01:32:02Z

Rory McIlroy explains PGA Tour U-turn after talk of £672m LIV Golf switch

Rory McIlroy has explained his decision to rejoin the PGA Tour's policy board, having backtracked on his initial stance to step down.

2024-04-23T20:26:00Z

Peyton Manning confirms Broncos are ‘very interested’ in drafting this QB

Despite trading for former Jets quarterback Zach Wilson on Monday, the Broncos are still very much in the hunt for another quarterback heading into the 2024 NFL Draft.

2024-04-23T22:28:17Z

NASCAR Cup Series Driver Out Indefinitely With A Broken Back

During this past Sunday's race at Talladega Superspeedway, Erik Jones of Legacy Motor Club was involved in a multi-car accident. He was then transported to UAB University Hospital. On Tuesday, the NASCAR world received an update on Jones' health. Jones has been diagnosed ...

2024-04-23T19:23:24Z

Chelsea stars ignored Mauricio Pochettino's desperate plea during Arsenal humiliation

Chelsea were without Cole Palmer during their loss at Arsenal as Mauricio Pochettino's players failed to step up without their talisman in another poor display

2024-04-23T21:32:19Z

Verstappen 'deserves' fourth in China F1 sprint qualifying with wet struggles

Max Verstappen felt Red Bull "deserve to be where we are" having struggled to get the tyres in the right window in the wet Formula 1 Chinese Grand Prix sprint qualifying.

2024-04-19T09:51:33Z

Son of Chelsea legend on hunt for new manager's job after Harry Redknapp praise

Former United States coach Anthony Hudson is free to speak to other clubs after leaving his job with Al Markiyah in Qatar by mutual consent

2024-04-23T11:00:45Z

Why Norris' China F1 sprint pole lap was deleted and reinstated

McLaren's Lando Norris pole lap for Formula 1's sprint at the Chinese Grand Prix was deleted and then reinstated, as race control manually overruled its scoring system.

2024-04-19T09:36:32Z

Sports host comments on state of ESPN

All things considered, last Wednesday could have been a chaotic day for ESPN. Hours after Don Van Natta Jr., Seth Wickersham and Jeremy Fowler published a report detailing Bill Belichick’s failed pursuit of another head coaching job after parting ways with the New England Patriots, Pat McAfee announced that the six-time Super Bowl champion head coach would make his media debut as a part of his show’s annual NFL Draft Spectacular. McAfee’s...

2024-04-23T19:33:33Z

‘Solely his fault’ – Lance Stroll F1 exit fear theory raised in scathing verdict

"This is almost like, 'We're going to back Lance because we want him to stay with the team'."

2024-04-23T18:24:54Z

Barcelona could demand Real Madrid replay if ‘phantom goal’ deemed legal

Barcelona president Joan Laporta has threatened legal action and could demand a replay after his side were denied a goal against Real Madrid at the weekend. Lamine Yamal thought he had scored in the 28th minute of Sunday’s 3-2 LaLiga loss at the Bernabeu but, after a lengthy VAR check, it was ruled the ball had not cross the line. The Spanish compe...

2024-04-23T08:04:25Z

16 Conclusions on Arsenal 5-0 Chelsea: Odegaard, White; Caicedo and Mudryk humbled; Cole Palmer FC

Chelsea can hijack all the transfers they want but without that Arsenal structure it is pointless. Mikel Arteta might have just put Mauricio Pochettino down.

2024-04-24T00:52:08Z

A wonderful Wexford win as U-16s beat Meath in Leinster final

Wexford 2-14 Meath 2-10 “We did it, we did it” was the most popular scream emanating from these young Wexford women as they embraced each other on the field after a sensational performance in Portlaoise on Saturday. But it wasn’t a “we did it” of surprise, since the seismic shift in belief in these under-age sides, and particularly this Under-16 te...

2024-04-23T06:34:13Z

What Carlos Alcaraz told 16-year-old tennis rookie facing Rafael Nadal at Madrid Open

Teenage underdog Darwin Blanch will face Rafael Nadal in the first round of the Madrid Open.

2024-04-23T17:40:33Z

Scheffler's caddie earns another $360K after latest PGA Tour win

Scheffler took home $3.6million for finishing in first place at the RBC Heritage on Monday morning, adding to the $3.5m he secured after winning The Masters last week.

2024-04-22T14:23:04Z

Five teams that could trade down in the NFL Draft first round

Plenty of teams are likely to be looking at making trades during the first round.

2024-04-23T18:46:52Z

Tiger Woods responds to Jon Rahm LIV deal by recruiting three elite stars for golf league

Tiger Woods has announced his three teammates for the upcoming TGL season, after losing out on Jon Rahm to LIV Golf.

2024-04-23T14:55:17Z

J.J. McCarthy says playing for this NFL team would be 'a dream come true'

The Michigan standout said playing for this team "would mean the world."

2024-04-23T21:57:32Z

Magic of the Munster championship comes with an inherent flaw

Cork or Clare could be finished after seven days, while Wexford or Dublin will make it to the All-Ireland series.

2024-04-23T15:09:59Z

Minnesota Vikings linked to second-tier NFL Draft QB

Yahoo! Sports' Charles Robinson linked the Minnesota Vikings to Oregon quarterback Bo Nix with a trade down or at 23rd overall.

2024-04-23T18:07:52Z

Leandro Trossard interrupts Ben White to emphatically end debate about Arsenal star

Arsenal defender Ben White scored two goals in the same Premier League game for the very first time to help Mikel Arteta's team seal a comprehensive 5-0 win against Chelsea

2024-04-23T23:02:32Z

Hamilton blames wind for Q1 error as Mercedes "experiment"

Lewis Hamilton blamed a tailwind for the Turn 14 moment that pitched him out of Q1 for Formula 1’s Chinese Grand Prix in his “knife-edge” Mercedes.

2024-04-20T09:52:17Z

Arsenal star Kai Havertz's reason for celebration after scoring against former club Chelsea

The £65million signing from Chelsea celebrated by shaking his hands by his ears after netting Arsenal's third of the night to go three points clear at the top of the Premier League

2024-04-23T21:02:17Z

Scarlett strikes gold for St. Killian’s AC

St. Killian’s hosted the county Intermediate road race in Ballymurn recently. Thanks to all who volunteered help to ensure that the event went off smoothly for athletes and supporters alike. Special mention to Pádraig Moriarty for all his help with the course and signs, to the local hall committee for the use of their premises, to all who donated r...

2024-04-24T02:31:59Z

Commanders make NFL Draft decision

In many ways, the Washington Commanders hold the keys to the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft. While the Chicago Bears are expected to select USC quarterback Caleb Williams first overall, the Commanders will have their choice of a number of high-profile quarterbacks as they look to solidify their situation at the position. But without a clear cut No. 2 quarterback prospect standing out, many other QB-needy teams have unsurprisingly gauged...

2024-04-23T20:18:59Z

‘Disrespectful’ Roy Keane slammed over controversial Man Utd comments after FA Cup escape

A rival pundit has criticised Roy Keane for his latest outburst after Man Utd narrowly beat Coventry City in the FA Cup semi-finals

2024-04-22T20:25:27Z

Tipperary senior hurling draw made again after original declared 'null and void'

Reigning champions Kiladangan are set to face Clonoulty-Rossmore, Templederry Kenyons and JK Brackens.

2024-04-22T20:22:09Z

Nicolas Jackson avoids red card for Takehiro Tomiyasu foul in 'one of worst referee decisions of season'

Nicolas Jackson avoids red card for Takehiro Tomiyasu foul in 'one of worst referee decisions of season' - The Chelsea striker was not even booked for catching the Arsenal defender’s ankle

2024-04-23T20:26:16Z

Madrid Open star Jack Draper fires warning to Djokovic and co after 'letting' rivals win

Jack Draper is ready to cause trouble for the top players.

2024-04-23T20:11:01Z

‘I get he’s a fan’s favourite … but he hasn’t deserved to play’ – Damien Duff expands on Shane Farrell criticism

Damien Duff has elaborated on his criticism of Shane Farrell after his red card against Shamrock Rovers, explaining that the fan favourite has been restricted to a cameo role because of the manager’s dissatisfaction with his approach to training. Farrell came off the bench in the scoreless draw with the Hoops but only lasted for ten minutes after p...

2024-04-23T08:29:28Z

Lionel Messi set for new Inter Miami teammate as loan to buy deal nears for Argentine starlet

Inter Miami have been busy in the transfer market in 2024 and that looks set to continue ith the adiition of a promising Argentine starlet

2024-04-23T21:21:44Z

Munster football final set for Ennis after coin toss

Cusack Park confirmed to host its first Munster football final since 1919.

2024-04-23T20:25:39Z

Newcastle United owners handed new transfer warning by Eddie Howe over striker sale

Newcastle United have two players in major demand from Europe's elite in Bruno Guimaraes and Alexander Isak - but Callum Wilson's future is also in question as he enters the final year of his deal

2024-04-23T13:01:13Z

Sir Jim Ratcliffe told £80m Man Utd forward targets are ‘proper players’ who would eclipse current stars

A legendary United old boy has urged the club to spend big money on two top Premier League attackers from the same club this summer

2024-04-23T20:06:26Z

Next Roy Hodgson or inspired move? Liverpool feel out Gary O’Neil for manager’s job

It will of course come as a shock to nobody that Wolverhampton Wanderers’ Gary O’Neil has reportedly interviewed for the Liverpool job

2024-04-23T11:58:03Z

Joe Canning: 'I'd question other teams before I'd question Clare'

Galway great unsure about ‘Cork coming’ ahead of this weekend’s showdown.

2024-04-23T20:10:35Z

Vikings won't receive draft picks in 2024 from tampering charges

Despite allegations that the Atlanta Falcons tampered with quarterback Kirk Cousins, the Minnesota Vikings will not receive 2024 NFL Draft pick compensation.

2024-04-23T17:07:39Z

Chelsea: Finance expert predicts 15-point deduction if Premier League ‘reject PSR loophole’

Finance expert Kieran Maguire thinks Everton and Nottingham Forest are "right to be furious at Chelsea", who could be given a severe points deduction.

2024-04-23T17:43:59Z

Why the West Ham job is a better bet than Liverpool for your Amorims and Fonsecas

Would Ruben Amorim, hypothetically, be mad to take the West Ham job over Liverpool? We don't think so.

2024-04-23T11:56:33Z

Liverpool told ideal Jurgen Klopp successor amid Ruben Amorim uncertainty - "He's really good"

Liverpool are still searching for their next manager, with Jurgen Klopp leaving at the end of the season, with target Ruben Amorim having held talks with West Ham instead

2024-04-23T11:15:50Z

Kildare dethroned as Royal command performance puts Meath into Leinster U20FC final

Meath dethroned All-Ireland champions Kildare with a richly-deserved five-point victory in the EirGrid Leinster Under-20 Football semi-final in Manguard Park. It was a victory built on an outstanding defensive unit which not only kept the Kildare forwards in check but performed heroics at the other end in creating and finishing the all-important br...

2024-04-23T20:31:07Z

8 senior games live on TV and streaming - this week's GAA schedule

A massive weekend of action is in store.

2024-04-23T09:39:04Z

Cullen on Jordie Barrett arrival: 'He’s a player that hopefully, they’re excited to see'

Leinster face the Stormers next Saturday night.

2024-04-23T05:09:54Z

Grading Broncos' Zach Wilson trade: Key component of deal going overlooked

The Denver Broncos have traded for Zach Wilson, but as the move relates to the upcoming NFL Draft, it could be a solid move.

2024-04-23T17:22:42Z

Leicester are walking into a mess! Why Foxes' potential Premier League return feels hollow as club prepare for more financial turmoil

Enzo Maresca's side have played some lovely football this season, but their on-field performances ceased to be the story some time ago

2024-04-23T08:33:10Z

Man Utd ‘reach £103m’ to ‘get ahead’ of Liverpool, City as Bayern ‘receive calls’ from Prem giants

Man Utd are keen to 'get ahead' of Man City, Liverpool and Real Madrid in the race to sign Bayern attacker Jamal Musiala, according to reports.

2024-04-23T08:26:05Z

Bears analyst begs NFL to prevent Vikings from drafting Drake Maye

The Minnesota Vikings could end up with Drake Maye in the 2024 NFL Draft and that worries a Chicago Bears analyst.

2024-04-23T17:37:48Z

Mike Tyson makes major change for Jake Paul fight

Boxer Mike Tyson has had to make a major life change to his lifestyle and habits in order to legally fight Jake Paul. This summer, 27-year-old YouTuber-turned-boxer Paul and 57-year-old former professional boxer Tyson are due to take each other on as part of Netflix’s first live boxing event. The fight is set to take place on 20 July at the 80,000-...

2024-04-18T14:23:56Z

Liverpool 'to switch from Nike to Adidas kits' as Reds strike new mega money deal

Liverpool are closing in on a new kit deal with Adidas, having been supplied by Nike for the past four years, though the Americans have been beaten by their fierce rivals in the latest tender process

2024-04-23T14:01:10Z

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