Munster

‘That gives us belief to do what we did last year’ – Graham Rowntree hoping Munster run-in history can repeat itself

The sense of deja vu is unavoidable when it comes to analysing Munster’s end-of-season URC run-in. This time last year, they were in a very similar position, licking their wounds having been knocked out of the Champions Cup by the Sharks in the round of 16. After a weekend off, Munster returned to South Africa and ended the then champions Stormers’...

Ferrari F1 drivers split over China sprint race clash talks

Ferrari drivers Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz have given different takes on if they have cleared the air over their Formula 1 Chinese Grand Prix sprint race battle.

The Left Wing: Munster’s statement victory, are central contracts working and Leinster repeating past mistakes?

After Munster's performance in Loftus, can their win over the Bulls be the catalyst for a URC defence and what about the difference RG Snyman makes? Cian Tracey and Luke Fitzgerald join Rúaidhrí O’Connor on this week’s Left Wing podcast to discuss all the big talking points for Irish rugby from the weekend. After Leinster’s uncharacteristic loss to...

Five-star Leicester close in on promotion as Southampton left facing play-offs

Abdul Fatawu scored a hat-trick in a 5-0 win.

Was Long Beach really Scott Dixon’s greatest IndyCar drive yet?

The six-time IndyCar champion produced his 57th career win with another virtuoso drive at Long Beach that owed as much to his strategist Mike Hull as his sublime fuel-saving skills.

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.

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

A massive weekend of action is in store.

Ennis confirmed as host for next month’s Munster final between Kerry and Clare

The Munster Council of the GAA confirmed Cusack Park, Ennis as the venue for this year’s Munster Senior Football Championship Final between Kerry and Clare on Sunday, May 5 at 1.45pm.. The tie had originally expected to be held in the Gaelic Grounds in Limerick, as was last year’s final between the counties, with that venue ruled out, however, due ...

Gearóid Hegarty: 'If you don't call out lads, that's when things start to get a bit lax'

The Limerick star on their player-driven culture and yesterday’s ‘immensely satisfying’ win over Clare.

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...

Sport is no place for alcohol advertising, insists Mayo star Pádraig O’Hora

Pádraig O’Hora wants legislators to take to task drinks companies who use alcohol-free products to circumnavigate restrictions on sponsorship and advertising. The Mayo defender has also called for a blanket ban on all alcohol branding at, or sponsorship of, sporting events in this country, insisting they are “unsuitable” for the environs. O’Hora, w...

'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.

Sainz: Leclerc start battle cost Ferrari in F1 China GP

Carlos Sainz says his fight with Ferrari team-mate Charles Leclerc cost them both valuable ground in Formula 1's Chinese Grand Prix.

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...

David Clifford on improving football, the NFL, and 'uncomfortable' generational talent tag

The Kerry superstar tries to ‘take the emotion out of the game,’ as Pep Guardiola often references.

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.

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...

Mark Selby ponders walking away from snooker after ‘pathetic’ Crucible loss

Mark Selby has vowed to consider retirement after crashing out of the World Snooker Championship in a “pathetic” 10-6 defeat to qualifier Joe O’Connor. The four-time former champion finished a dismal season by his own standards on a low note as he failed to claw back a 7-2 overnight deficit against the only debutant in this year’s draw. Having firs...

Chelsea boss Pochettino 'disappointed' following 5-0 loss to Arsenal

Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino says he is 'disappointed' with his team's performance following a 5-0 defeat to rivals Arsenal in the Premier League.

‘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...

Kai Havertz and Ben White on double as Gunners cruise past Chelsea to maintain title push

So much for this being one of Arsenal’s awkward remaining fixtures, not to mention the idea the title race is over. Chelsea had other plans for all that, precisely because they couldn’t implement any kind of game-plan of their own. They couldn’t do much at all. It means that, on a night when Arsenal went three points clear at the top with a 5-0 vic...

Rumours swirl over Mauricio Pochettino’s future as Arsenal hammer Chelsea

Mauricio Pochettino’s future as Chelsea manager appears to be hanging by a thread after his side’s 5-0 hammering against Arsenal at Emirates Stadium. Kai Havertz scored twice against his former club as Arsenal tightened their grip on top spot in the Premier League by denting Chelsea’s European aspirations with a crushing win. Gunners forward Havert...

Man United fan who made sick Hillsborough gestures is 'embarrassed'

Footage of Michael Avery's behaviour at Man Utd's FA Cup quarter-final against Liverpool in March was shared widely on social media. His gestures also referenced the 1985 Heysel disaster.

Steven Kitshoff's short-lived Ulster stint ended prematurely by knee injury

James Hume faces an extended spell out with a ‘significant knee injury’.

'Do I think it’s a viable competition? Yes, I do': Ireland head coach on Six Nations future

Ireland targeting win against Scotland that would seal top-three finish and World Cup qualification.

'It's a tough place, a rugged place on the west coast. It's different country'

Scott Fardy and his family have happily settled into life with Connacht.

Jackals, cross kicks, and Fijian shrugs - How Munster beat the Bulls

A red card helped but Munster had to be accurate to win in Pretoria.

'I used to laugh about his diet...the chicken fillet rolls. That time has passed now'

Damien Duff rebuked his own player Shane Farrell following his red card against Shamrock Rovers.

Chelsea star Conor Gallagher responds to young fan who demanded players 'fight for the shirt'

Chelsea captain Conor Gallagher has responded to the young fan at the Emirates Stadium who asked for the players to "fight for the shirt" during defeat to Arsenal. The Blues were blown away 5-0 at the Emirates Stadium as the Gunners ran riot to keep themselves firmly in the Premier League title race. As the scoreline got worse and worse for Chelsea...

'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.

Feyenoord coach Arne Slot in contention to replace Jurgen Klopp at Liverpool

Slot guided the Dutch club to their first title in six years last season.

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

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

Wexford GAA fundraiser to swing into action at Bunclody Golf Club

One of the highlights of the GAA fundraising calendar, the Cairde Loch Garman Golf Classic, is about to swing into action next month. Taking place at Bunclody Golf Club, the 2024 Wexford GAA Cairde Loch Garman Golf Classic in association with Trinity Motors takes place on May 9 and 10. Set to be a ‘par-fect day’ of golfing, make sure to book in ear...

Four Irish make Arnold Palmer Cup team for Lahinch

Four Irish players have been named on the International team for the Arnold Palmer Cup match against the United States at Lahinch from July 5-7. Maynooth scholars Kate Lanigan and Ryan Griffin are joined on the 24-strong International team by the University of Louisville’s Max Kennedy and the University of Miami’s Sara Byrne for the clash between s...

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.

Deerpark forced to postpone their pitch and putt Scratch Cup because of growth issues with their greens

Despite being scheduled for this Sunday, Deerpark Pitch & Putt Club have decided to postpone their Scratch Cup competitions due to growth issues in relation to their greens. The club has conveyed that it regrets any inconvenience that this may cause to those who were intending to travel to the event. A decision on whether or not the re-fixture will...

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.

Klopp gives injury news and discusses the mood around Liverpool

Jurgen Klopp gives Liverpool injury news and discusses the mood around the club ahead of the Merseyside derby

Wexford Football League: North End United top the table in Premier Division

Premier Division North End United hold a four-point advantage at the top of the Premier Division after winning 3-0 in Campile on Sunday. The visitors didn’t take the lead until the 56th minute, when John Peare teed up Ayman Yousif to hit the back of the net. Eoin Rhodes doubled their tally in the 89th minute, before bagging his second deep into inj...

Red-hot Arsenal boost goal difference with thumping win over Chelsea

Kai Havertz and Ben White both bagged braces in a 5-0 win at the Emirates.

Everything you need to know about the 2024 Paris Olympics

Paris will host the Olympics and Paralympics this summer, with thousands of stellar athletes and millions of tourists expected to visit the French capital. The countdown to the Games is on, so click through this gallery to find out everything you need to know, from the newly debuted sports to where the opening ceremony will be held.

Spoils shared as Sligo and Galway meet in first Connacht derby in seven years

The Tribesmen’s last win at The Showgrounds was in 2003 in the FAI Cup.

Major scandals in Olympic history

The Olympic Games are the pinnacle of competitive sports, where athletes set new records and exhibit the utmost sportsmanship. However, these Games have also witnessed numerous scandals that have marred the spirit of competition. Explore the gallery and get to know about the major controversies that have occurred throughout the history of the Olympic Games.

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.

Munster football final set for Ennis after coin toss

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

Louth stun Dublin to book first Leinster U20 football final since 2012

Meath ended Kildare’s All-Ireland defence with a five-point win in Hawkfield.

Arsenal kit 2024-25: Why Gunners are replacing club crest with cannon

Arsenal will play with the iconic cannon on all three of their kits next season as opposed to the club crest. The club have previously used the cannon instead of the crest before, such as for last season’s away kit. Next season, however, will be the first time that the cannon has featured on all three of Arsenal’s kit. The club crest will remain an...

Wolff: Mercedes can't just keep living off F1 ‘bright spots’

Mercedes boss Toto Wolff says his team cannot keep living off “bright spots” from Formula 1 weekends, with him clear its current performance level is simply not good enough.

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...

The tragic downfall of Emma Raducanu, winner of the 2021 US Open