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Paul Townend insists losing Irish title to Jack Kennedy wouldn’t ruin his season

Paul Townend insists that relinquishing his Irish champion jumps jockey crown will not take anything away from a stellar season in the saddle, should he come out on the wrong end of a titanic battle with Jack Kennedy. Townend has enjoyed a spectacular season with Champion Hurdle and Gold Cup success at the Cheltenham Festival – where he was crowned...

2024-04-27T01:33:07Z

Paul O'Donovan advances to heavyweight semi-finals in Hungary

Elsewhere, Roisín Ní Riain and Nicole Turner claim bronze at European Para Swimming Championships.

2024-04-26T18:15:22Z

Teams expect Sainz's F1 China qualifying incident to be cleared up

Ferrari and Aston Martin are expecting the FIA to tidy up its Formula 1 sporting regulations for 2025 following a protest in Chinese Grand Prix qualifying.

2024-04-26T16:28:28Z

Ange: Your motivation shouldn't revolve around someone else's demise

Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou speaks at a press conference ahead of his side's Premier League clash against Arsenal. 'I want to win and I understand the importance of winning against your traditional rival,' said the Spurs boss.

2024-04-27T01:07:29Z

Impressive Scotland bringing some real momentum into Belfast date with Ireland

Ireland forward Brittany Hogan sent out a measured message this week when she said they’re not putting the pressure of World Cup qualification on themselves when they play Scotland at Ravenhill today in the final round of the Women’s Six Nations. Ireland will have to beat Scotland – who are third in the table to Ireland’s fifth – and better Italy’s...

2024-04-27T01:33:15Z

Luke Littler overcomes jeers of Liverpool crowd to beat Gerwyn Price

Luke Littler overcame a hostile reception in Liverpool to beat Gerwyn Price and make it through to another Premier League semi-final. The 17-year-old has been a fans’ favourite since bursting onto the scene at the World Championship over Christmas but his antics on social media have not been well received on Merseyside. Littler is an avid Mancheste...

2024-04-25T19:12:56Z

Kellie Harrington suffers first defeat since 2021, while Sweeney and O'Rourke march on

Connacht women Sweeney and O’Rourke will box for European gold on Saturday, but Harrington’s 32-bout unbeaten streak has come to an end.

2024-04-25T15:10:52Z

Red Bull design guru linked with title dominance set to quit after Horner controversy

Adrian Newey is regarded as the greatest Formula 1 designer.

2024-04-25T19:26:31Z

Can Liam Cahill finally draw blood in his rivalry with John Kiely?

Tipperary head to the Gaelic Grounds on Sunday with hope that they can land on the right selection, strategy and formation.

2024-04-25T18:02:27Z

Ulster need to stand up on and off the pitch

The northern province are in a race to secure Champions Cup rugby for next season.

2024-04-26T05:20:49Z

Five players Liverpool should discard/sell for the post-Jurgen Klopp era

Alisson and Robertson should be axed while Salah flees to Saudi Arabia. We've picked five Liverpool players who should be discarded this summer.

2024-04-26T08:01:04Z

Arne Slot to become next Liverpool manager after Feyenoord deal agreed

Arne Slot to become next Liverpool manager after Feyenoord deal agreed - The Dutchman is now set to succeed Jurgen Klopp at Anfield after impressing in the Eredivisie

2024-04-26T20:31:34Z

The moment Liverpool surrendered their Premier League title challenge

The moment Liverpool surrendered their Premier League title challenge - Everton 2-0 Liverpool: Dominic Calvert-Lewin’s towering header wrapped up a first Merseyside derby win at Goodison Park in almost 14 years as the Reds were all but knocked out of the title race

2024-04-25T10:40:56Z

McIlroy and Lowry dovetail as Rahm and Hatton get Ryder Cup lifeline

Rory McIlroy knows a team is stronger when it plays to its strengths and it worked out of him on and off the course in the space of 24 hours. As DP World Tour boss Guy Kinnings confirmed LIV Golf’s Jon Rahm will remain eligible for the 2025 Ryder Cup without the need for a rules change, McIlroy’s power and Shane Lowry’s phenomenal short game made u...

2024-04-26T20:32:12Z

Jurgen Klopp gesture to reporter after bruising Liverpool defeat sums him up

A Sky reporter was surprised after being given a special gift by Jurgen Klopp just hours after Liverpool were thrashed at home in the Europa League to Atalanta

2024-04-26T17:13:33Z

Detroit Lions' remaining 2024 NFL Draft picks going into Day 3

A look at what picks the Detroit Lions have remaining in the 2024 NFL Draft as they prepare to enter Day 3 of the event.

2024-04-27T01:50:54Z

The link between Arsenal and Tottenham that reveals key to pivotal north London derby

The link between Arsenal and Tottenham that reveals key to pivotal north London derby - Mikel Arteta and Ange Postecoglou’s approaches at Arsenal and Tottenham have been shaped by a shared philosophy, in a derby that could define the title battle and top-four race

2024-04-26T08:44:35Z

Team news: Cork make six changes for Clare clash, while Tipp side announced for Munster SHC opener

Cork hurling boss Pat Ryan has performed major surgery on his side ahead of their crucial Munster clash with Clare in SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh on Sunday. Ryan has made six changes from the side that lost to Waterford last weekend with Niall O’Leary, Eoin Downey, Tim O’Mahony, Ethan Twomey, Declan Dalton and Brian Hayes all coming into the side, m...

2024-04-25T20:43:08Z

Jamie Carragher suggests Liverpool could sell Darwin Nunez after ‘unforgivable’ finishing

Jamie Carragher suggests Liverpool could sell Darwin Nunez after ‘unforgivable’ finishing - Liverpool’s defeat to Everton damaged their title hopes on Wednesday, with the Uruguayan coming under scrutiny from the former Reds defender

2024-04-25T10:40:51Z

Jamie Carragher expresses doubts over Arne Slot and names ideal Jurgen Klopp successor

Former Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher has some concerns over the club's approach for Arne Slot and has questioned whether the Reds should have gone for a more established name

2024-04-26T10:12:15Z

All-Ireland U20 champions Cork down Limerick and head for Munster knockout stages

Ben O’Connor’s side held out for a two-point win at Páirc Uí Chaoimh.

2024-04-26T20:01:42Z

Leinster shuffle starting side for tie against Stormers in Cape Town

Gus McCarthy is in line to make his debut off the bench.

2024-04-26T11:36:48Z

'No good thoughts at all... it was not good enough': Jurgen Klopp apologises

Klopp’s final visit to Goodison Park ended in his first defeat there.

2024-04-25T07:58:50Z

Kilkenny missing key men, Finn comes in for Limerick, Fenton returns for Dublin

Elsewhere, Brian Fenton returns to the Dublin starting team for their Leinster SFC semi-final date with Offaly.

2024-04-26T10:30:00Z

Hulkenberg set for Audi switch after Haas departure revealed

Nico Hulkenberg is set to join Audi in Formula 1 after his current Haas team revealed he is leaving the American-owned squad at the end of this season for Sauber.

2024-04-26T08:27:00Z

Virgil van Dijk questions Liverpool’s hunger after Everton defeat: ‘We have to look in the mirror’

Virgil van Dijk questions Liverpool’s hunger after Everton defeat: ‘We have to look in the mirror’ - Van Dijk said Liverpool have ‘no chance’ of winning the title if they repeat their Goodison Park performance in their final four games of the season

2024-04-25T10:40:48Z

'I've learned loads about myself and rugby... I wouldn't change that'

31-year-old JJ Hanrahan feels at home with Connacht after several stints abroad.

2024-04-25T15:33:25Z

'I'll go wherever I’m looked after' - O'Sullivan's warning after World Championship opener

O’Sullivan says he would walk away from the sport if he believed his talent was being under-valued.

2024-04-25T22:11:57Z

Jurgen Klopp points finger of blame for Liverpool's stumble and makes title admission

Liverpool's season has unravelled in April, with their Premier League title chances drifting away and no hope of winning the Europa League to mark Jurgen Klopp's final season as manager

2024-04-26T14:43:02Z

Arsenal to fend off Saudi interest as they ‘hold positive contract talks’ with star performer

Arsenal have reportedly held 'positive contract talks' with Brazil international Gabriel Magalhaes, who has been linked with the Saudi Pro League.

2024-04-26T17:23:54Z

Billy Scannell: ‘I left no stone unturned in Munster, I gave it my best shot’

As the youngest of three brothers, two of whom play for Munster, Billy Scannell was always determined to forge his own path, rather than be burdened by some kind of pressure to follow Niall and Rory – or his cousin Jack O’Sullivan, who is also part of the province’s current squad. For a while, however, it looked as though that is exactly what Billy...

2024-04-27T01:33:14Z

Ex-Liverpool wonderkid without club at 28 after being released by non-league side

Jordon Ibe returned to football back in October with National League outfit Ebbsfleet, but will now leave the club after being restricted to just one first-team appearance

2024-04-26T18:13:35Z

Ruthless Ratcliffe ready to sell Man Utd quartet if they refuse to accept pay cuts

A remarkable report has claimed Man Utd will entertain offers for four high profile first-team stars unless they sign contract extensions on reduced terms

2024-04-26T18:25:04Z

Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul - Roy Jones Jr has his say on the fight

A huge fight takes place this summer.

2024-04-26T12:27:30Z

IndyCar denies Indianapolis 500 entry promoting Donald Trump, RFK Jr.

The Indianapolis 500 is the biggest motorsports event of the year, and the hype is already building. On May 26, Kyle Larson will attempt "The Double" with the Indianapolis 500 and Coca-Cola 600, which has created heightened expectations for the…

2024-04-26T17:55:30Z

Ryan Day Didn't Hold Back Opinion About J.J. McCarthy

J.J. McCarthy is one of only two quarterbacks in the last decade and change to beat the Ohio State Buckeyes and the only one in that span to do so multiple times. But Buckeyes head coach Ryan Day - despite having been on the losing end of all of those games - had nothing but praise for him this ...

2024-04-26T15:46:04Z

Leicester seal Premier League return after Leeds thumped by QPR

The Foxes move up without kicking a ball on Friday night, while QPR survive in style.

2024-04-26T21:35:18Z

Dundalk open Noel King era with first league win of the season

The Lilywhites beat Bohemians 2-0 at Oriel Park.

2024-04-26T21:05:16Z

'Maybe I thought I was better than I was' - Olatunde getting back on track after difficult second act

Israel Olatunde is Ireland’s fastest man but he missed out on last year’s world championships. He is aiming to atone by making it to Paris later this summer.

2024-04-25T18:15:42Z

History of the F1 points system with proposed structure for 2025

What is the proposed change to Formula 1’s points system and how different would F1’s world champions list look had the current and potentially new system always been used?

2024-04-25T16:39:50Z

Jurgen Klopp gives verdict as favourite for Liverpool job emerges

Jurgen Klopp gives verdict as favourite for Liverpool job emerges - Arne Slot wants the Liverpool job and has said he hopes an agreement can be reached with Feyenoord

2024-04-26T11:15:03Z

Red Bull could force three-year Adrian Newey BAN if F1 design legend quits team

Adrian Newey has designed F1 cars for Red Bull Racing since 2006 but seems to have decided he wants out and has told colleagues of his intention to walk away from his contract

2024-04-26T10:27:11Z

Man Utd transfer budget ‘limit’ revealed as £450k-a-week duo ‘will leave’ in the summer

Man Utd will be allowed a net spend of around £100m in the summer transfer window, according to ESPN journalist Mark Ogden.

2024-04-26T11:19:19Z

MotoGP Spanish GP: Alex Marquez leads Gresini 1-2 in FP1

Alex Marquez led a Gresini 1-2 in opening practice for the MotoGP Spanish Grand Prix, though he was the only ride to run fresh soft tyres for a time attack.

2024-04-26T09:49:41Z

'The politics within Irish football are unbelievable' - Calls for unity to implement pathways plan

Assistant director of football Shane Robinson has called on the game to set aside its differences to implement the new football pathways plan.

2024-04-25T12:59:39Z

Early McHale goal sets the tone as Mayo young guns prove too strong for Galway

The outcome was never in any doubt as Mayo cruised to a comfortable victory in the third round of the Connacht MFC at Tuam Stadium. A first-half goal from Harry McHale helped the winners to a half-time lead of nine points and a second goal from Oisin Deane killed off any chance of a Galway comeback. Mayo, who are managed by former county stars Tom ...

2024-04-26T20:17:09Z

Defenders star as Meath reach first Leinster U20 final in 10 years

Meath qualified for a first Leinster U20 decider since 2014 when defeating the reigning All-Ireland champions following an intense tussle at Manguard Park, Hawkfield, on Tuesday evening. Kildare started with seven of the team that saw action in last year’s All-Ireland final win over Sligo, while Meath had nine of the team that won the All-Ireland m...

2024-04-25T16:27:33Z

FAI pays tribute to 40-times capped defender Charlie Hurley

Former centre-half was named as Sunderland’s Player of the Century.

2024-04-25T12:59:37Z

Shelbourne end five-game winless run with vital victory to maintain top spot

John Martin’s 33rd-minute strike was enough to edge out St Patrick’s Athletic 1-0 at Tolka Park.

2024-04-26T20:50:14Z

Instant analysis of the Patriots drafting WR Ja'Lynn Polk

What to make of New England taking Ja'Lynn Polk in the second round.

2024-04-27T00:05:35Z

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