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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

Kevin McStay eyes ‘huge’ Connacht prize after ‘mixed bag’ display against Roscommon

In this era of endless navel-gazing over the provincial championships, Kevin McStay offered a refreshing counterpoint after his Mayo charges had dispatched Roscommon at Dr Hyde Park. A five-point win over a Rossie collective that appeared low on confidence and lower still in their shooting percentages was not a performance that will win you an All-...

2024-04-22T01:35:04Z

Dublin make winning start to Leinster defence while Meath dispatch Laois

Sinéad Goldrick received a red card after making her return for Dublin in the second half.

2024-04-21T16:38:08Z

Marquez: Rossi-like Acosta can't be ruled out of MotoGP title fight

Marc Marquez says Pedro Acosta reminds him of MotoGP legends like Valentino Rossi and Casey Stoner and is not ruling out the rookie from fighting for the title this year.

2024-04-22T10:27:40Z

Nottingham Forest claim VAR is a Luton fan after defeat at Everton

Nottingham Forest have accused VAR Stuart Attwell of being a Luton fan after feeling they were on the wrong end of "three extremely poor decisions" during Sunday's 2-0 Premier League defeat at Everton. Forest posted on X, formerly Twitter, soon after full-time that they were considering their options, having "warned the PGMOL that the VAR is a Luton fan before the game but they didn't change him", adding that their patience had now been "tested multiple times" this season.

2024-04-22T09:33:47Z

Kilkenny fire 5-30 past Antrim, Galway down Carlow in Leinster SHC openers

The Cats were 32-point winners as the sides warmed up for next weekend’s showdown.

2024-04-21T16:23:09Z

'They need to be comfortable handing over money' - Bradley hints at reasons for LOI's lack of investment

Stephen Bradley says last night’s high-profile league clash with Shelbourne was ruined by the playing surface at Tolka Park.

2024-04-23T10:07:03Z

Hamilton: Ferrari F1 switch doesn't need "vindicating"

Lewis Hamilton says his decision to join Ferrari in Formula 1 doesn't need "vindicating", as he expressed ongoing annoyance at people continuing to "talk s**t" about it.

2024-04-18T11:05:52Z

Jamie Carragher tips new favourite for Liverpool manager job as West Ham hold talks with Ruben Amorim

Jamie Carragher believes Brighton manager Roberto De Zerbi is now favourite for the Liverpool job. The Reds are gearing up for the departure of Jurgen Klopp ahead of his final five games in charge, starting with Wednesday’s Merseyside derby away at Everton. There has so far been no update on who will replace Klopp at Anfield since the bombshell con...

2024-04-23T08:04:26Z

Henry Shefflin believes Galway ‘have a lot to do’ for Kilkenny showdown after victory over Carlow

Galway manager Henry Shefflin says his men will need to show a big improvement next Sunday when they host his native Kilkenny at Pearse Stadium. Galway did enough at the Salthill venue to see off Carlow but Shefflin knows it won’t be enough for them to get revenge on a Cats side who defeated them in the last two Leinster finals. “It was job done, n...

2024-04-21T17:03:54Z

‘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

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

Limerick clip Clare wings with late comeback in gripping Munster SHC opener

Limerick wriggled off the hook in a gripping Munster SHC opener in Cusack Park, coming from nine points down to floor Clare in the final quarter and take a very significant step towards a fifth successive All-Ireland title. The common consensus was that to derail the champions, they would have to suffer their first wounds in Ennis and for a long ti...

2024-04-21T15:18:42Z

Talented Dundalk cricketer called up to Leinster regional side

A talented local cricketer has been called up to play for a regional side in an all-Leinster Cup competition. Eighteen-year-old Yash Verma will represent Fingal in the upcoming BUA-Kit U23 District Cup, a new multi-format provincial tournament providing young cricketers from across Leinster the chance to showcase their skills to internationally-rec...

2024-04-21T23:19:44Z

Norris had no reason to apologise for China F1 sprint showing, says McLaren

McLaren says Lando Norris had no need to apologise for his Formula 1 sprint race showing in China, after failing to convert his pole position into a podium.

2024-04-20T05:36:52Z

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

McLaren admits Malukas injury “more serious than we thought”

Arrow McLaren’s team principal Gavin Ward remains reserved about discussing David Malukas’ future with the IndyCar team, with the severity of the injury being worse than originally feared.

2024-04-21T18:10:45Z

Liverpool move level on points with top-of-the-table Arsenal after win at Fulham

Liverpool moved level on points with top-of-the-table Arsenal after their 3-1 victory over Fulham at Craven Cottage. Jurgen Klopp’s men bounced back from Thursday’s exit to Atalanta in the Europa League and last week’s home defeat to Crystal Palace as they continued their pursuit of Premier League glory. Liverpool in second, who sit one point above...

2024-04-21T17:48:58Z

Fitzgerald hails Waterford's 'fighting spirit' after much-needed Munster win

The Déise boss says they dedicated the victory to Shane Bennett who was ruled out of selection with a freak injury.

2024-04-21T20:53:38Z

Leclerc: Sainz “over the limit” with defence in F1 Chinese GP sprint race

Charles Leclerc felt Ferrari team-mate Carlos Sainz went “over the limit” in defence during the Formula 1 Chinese Grand Prix as the pair glanced blows.

2024-04-20T04:36:50Z

RB brands Ricciardo/Tsunoda Chinese GP crashes “unnecessary”

The separate incidents that took RB duo Daniel Ricciardo and Yuki Tsunoda out of the Chinese Grand Prix have been labelled as “unnecessary” by their Formula 1 boss.

2024-04-23T10:00:48Z

The Left Wing: Ireland have to pick themselves up for their biggest game of the year

England dished out a 88-10 hammering to Ireland in the Women's Six Nations at Twickenham last weekend. The world number one-ranked team completely overwhelmed Ireland as they ran in 14 tries. Scott Bemand's side will play Scotland in Belfast in next Saturday's final round with an automatic place in next year’s World Cup up for grabs for the team th...

2024-04-22T11:26:19Z

Peres Jepchirchir and Catherine Debrunner smash marathon women's category

Olympic champion Peres Jepchirchir stormed to victory in a women's only world-record time of two hours 16 minutes and 16 seconds in the London Marathon. Catherine Debrunner led for a time and finished more than six minutes clear of compatriot Manuela Schar to win her second London Marathon.

2024-04-21T15:01:25Z

Shane Lowry seeks putting touch as he prepares to team up with Rory McIlroy

Shane Lowry will be hoping for better luck on the greens when he partners Rory McIlroy in next week’s Zurich Classic of New Orleans after a frustrating week with the blade in the RBC Heritage in Hilton Head. The 2019 Open champion had 32 putts as he made five bogeys and a birdie in a closing 75 that left him tied 64th in the clubhouse on one-over a...

2024-04-21T19:04:07Z

Tralee Parnells and Ballyduff win Féile na nGael hurling titles

In the Lee Strand Kerry Féile na nGael Division 1 Hurling final played at Abbeydorney last Saturday, Tralee Parnell’s had a 2-point win over Ballyheigue 4-5 to 2-9. For Parnells this was their second Féile Division 1 Under 15 victory in three years having previously won it in 2022 and it is just reward for all the work that is going on in the under...

2024-04-23T11:14:53Z

‘They didn’t listen. I made five subs, I would have made ten if I could’ – Damien Duff demands more from Shelbourne

Damien Duff wants more from Shelbourne against Shamrock Rovers on Monday, saying he would have “substituted ten players if he could have” following their 1-0 defeat to Galway United on Friday. Shels won six in a row in the early phase of the season and have gone nine games unbeaten, but they have only secured two points from the last four games. Ed...

2024-04-21T17:18:51Z

‘How you live your life off the pitch ends up biting you back on the pitch’ – Damien Duff gets tough on Shane Farrell after derby red

Damien Duff admitted there was no defence for Shelbourne man Shane Farrell after his red card offence in their 0-0 draw with Shamrock Rovers. Shels remain top of the table even though their winless run goes on but Duff was angry with long-serving player Farrell who came off the bench but didn't see the game out, dismissed for two yellow cards. “He ...

2024-04-22T21:37:48Z

Fans call foul on Euros sticker book debacle

After 47 years of Panini holding the rights to distribute the official Euros sticker book, this year the contract has gone to Topps - but it doesn't have permission to include all the players.

2024-04-22T00:50:52Z

Milne and Boyle set to stay but several Leinster men joining other provinces

There will be some inter-provincial movement out of Leinster this summer.

2024-04-23T08:25:20Z

Man United's Antony blasted 'embarrassing' after mocking Coventry players

Manchester United's Brazilian winger Antony has been slammed as 'embarrassing' online after cupping his ear at the Coventry City players after the Premier League side won its FA Cup semi-final tie on penalties at Wembley. The Red Devils and Sky Blues did battle on April 21 with a spot in the FA Cup final against Manchester City up for grabs. After ...

2024-04-22T10:45:30Z

Stuart Attwell named in VAR team for Euro 2024 amid Nottingham Forest controversy

Stuart Attwell will be one of the VARs at this summer’s European Championship in Germany, with Anthony Taylor among the on-field referees. The news comes two days on from the pair being on duty for Nottingham Forest’s 2-0 loss at Everton, after which the officiating was attacked in a social media post from the visitors that referenced Attwell being...

2024-04-23T11:29:57Z

4 talking points after Limerick's dramatic comeback floors Clare

It finished 3-15 to 1-18 in favour of the All-Ireland champions.

2024-04-21T18:23:14Z

Stormers v Leinster: What time, what channel and all you need to know

Leinster continue their South African tour in the URC this weekend with a visit to Stormers. Here's all you need to know about the game. Where and when is it on? The match takes place on Saturday at the DHL Stadium in Cape Town with a 6.05pm Irish time kick-off. Where can I watch the game? The game will be shown live on TG4 & Premier Sports 2. The ...

2024-04-23T10:29:46Z

‘It was a fantastic performance by the lads’ – Ireland win team title at golf’s European Nations Cup

Ireland won the team title at the European Nations Cup for the first time since 2016 and only the second time in their history in Sotogrande yesterday. Tramore Golf Club’s Jack Hearn held a one-shot lead in the individual standings heading into the final round and while he closed with a three-over 75 to finish three strokes behind Wales’ James Ashf...

2024-04-21T13:03:21Z

‘Some of the guys will be disappointed with their performance, maybe that will light their fire’ – Limerick boss John Kiely

Limerick will require improvement and greater discipline to build on their opening day win over Clare in Ennis, manager John Kiely has stressed. The All-Ireland champions came from nine points down after 53 minutes to hit three goals in a seven-minute spell and keep their 'drive for five' on track. But Kiely knew how close they came to being backed...

2024-04-21T17:48:57Z

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

Hamilton: Norris would have been better off conceding in Turn 1

Lewis Hamilton thinks Lando Norris would have been better off conceding position in their Turn 1 battle in Formula 1’s China sprint, as he had the pace to overtake later.

2024-04-20T04:51:50Z

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

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

Stroll explains why F1 China penalty for Ricciardo contact felt like "a joke"

Aston Martin driver Lance Stroll has explained why he thought his penalty for tagging Daniel Ricciardo behind the safety car in Formula 1's Chinese Grand Prix was "a joke".

2024-04-21T13:25:13Z

Kerry U20 boss Tomás Ó Sé make five changes to side for Tipperary test

Kerry Under 20 football manager Tomás Ó Sé has made five changes to the side for Wednesday’s Munster championship (Phase 2 Round 3) clash with Tipperary at Austin Stack Park (7pm). After back-to-back away victories over Clare and Cork respectively, the Kingdom just need to avoid defeat to be absolutely certain of a place in the provincial decider o...

2024-04-23T08:14:26Z

Ballymacelligott’s Daniel O’Rahilly takes €80,000 prize as Knockeen Dazzler wins Kirby sweepstake final

There is one very appropriate word for it: Hallelujah! We use it to hail the truly magnificent victory of Knockeen Dazzler in the final of the €80,000-to-the-winner Kirby sweepstake at Limerick Track last Saturday night and to hail, in particular, his young owner, Daniel O’Rahilly, of Ballymacelligott. Knockeen Dazzler produced one marvellous run a...

2024-04-22T12:11:25Z

‘It has been a tough time’ – Ireland’s fastest man Israel Olatunde aiming for Olympics despite ‘bumpy road’

It was a hard act to follow. Finishing sixth in a European final. Becoming the fastest Irishman of all time, clocking 10.17 for 100m. All at the age of 20. But in the couple of years since that magical European Championships in Munich, Israel Olatunde has learned the downside to setting such a high bar: it’s a whole lot harder to replicate. Last ye...

2024-04-23T01:33:24Z

FIA dismisses Aston Martin protest over China F1 qualifying

The FIA stewards have thrown out Aston Martin's protest against Formula 1's Chinese Grand Prix qualifying results.

2024-04-20T14:07:50Z

Ireland star Szmodics hits 31st campaign goal in Blackburn defeat

Sheffield Wednesday climbed out of the Championship relegation zone with a 3-1 win.

2024-04-21T14:21:06Z

Galway United jump up to fifth despite Sligo Rovers stalemate

The first Connacht derby since 2017 finished in a scoreless draw as Sligo Rovers and Galway United could not be separated at The Showgrounds. It means Galway move up for fifth place, while Sligo Rovers stay in seventh. John Caulfield’s side have proven to be difficult to beat so far this season. And have only conceded six goals so far, the lowest n...

2024-04-22T21:07:46Z

'Frisch will be gone. There's a game being played here around negotiating a transfer fee'

Bernard Jackman believes Munster are in danger of slipping backwards next season if they can’t recruit further depth to their squad.

2024-04-22T12:52:34Z

Data shows Leandro Trossard is one of the most lethal finishers in the Premier League

Leandro Trossard has scored all manner of goals in his 15 months as an Arsenal player, from back-post tap-ins to precise curlers, but he has never scored one quite like his opener against Wolves on Saturday night. Was it a scuff? A slice? A total mishit? Whatever you want to call it, there can be no way that Trossard intended to strike the ball as ...

2024-04-22T01:35:01Z

Mayo beat Roscommon to set-up Connacht final showdown against Galway

Kevin McStay’s side had five points to spare at the Hyde.

2024-04-21T17:38:10Z

Louth to play in a Leinster SFC semi-final for 51st time but such clashes with Kildare are rare

Sunday will mark the 51st time that a Louth team has contested a Leinster SFC semi-final but just the seventh in which the Reds have opposed Kildare in the last four. The Wee county’s record of 20 wins and 30 losses at the penultimate stage is decent but the balance was a lot more equal prior to the period from 1964 to 1998, during which Louth were...

2024-04-22T01:04:51Z

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