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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.

Dessers double takes Rangers past Hearts to set-up Old Firm cup final

The enigmatic Gers striker slid in the opener after five minutes and then sealed the victory in the 78th minute.

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 ...

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.

‘You’ve got to understand their point of view’ – Stephen Bradley hints at reason over lack of state funding for league

Stephen Bradley says the Tolka Park pitch that ruined last night’s Dublin derby drives home the need for state investment in the League of Ireland – but he accepts that the Government may require assurances about where the money is going before handing cash to the FAI. The Shamrock Rovers boss was frustrated by the surface that was a hindrance duri...

‘It’s not over yet’ – Willie Mullins has one hand on the British jump trainers’ title

Willie Mullins insists he will be taking nothing for granted in the British jump trainers' title race, despite building up a sizeable lead via an Ayr four-timer on Saturday, which included a crucial Coral Scottish Grand National triumph. The Closutton powerhouse began the day £4,982 behind Dan Skelton but powered clear at the top of the table after...

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...

English solutions to a problem like the Women’s Six Nations – one novel idea: combine it with the men’s

England in this Women’s Six Nations give off a similar vibe to Max Verstappen in Formula One. You can appreciate what they are doing is hugely impressive and recognise the quality of their performance, while also feeling slightly disengaged given the lack of genuine competition. England, one step away from a sixth consecutive Six Nations title and ...

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.

4 talking points after Limerick's dramatic comeback floors Clare

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

Williams may as well “go home” if spares situation changes its F1 approach, says Albon

Alex Albon says Williams may as well “go home” if it allows concerns over spare parts to start influencing how it goes racing in Formula 1.

Injuries take gloss off Kilkenny’s Saffron cruise as Derek Lyng looks for more ‘intensity’ against Galway

Kilkenny manager Derek Lyng is hoping the injuries suffered in yesterday’s runaway win over Antrim aren’t serious, as he prepares for a vital second-round match in Galway on Sunday. Kilkenny eased past Antrim’s feeble challenge at UPMC Nowlan Park, inflicting a 32-point defeat on Darren Gleeson’s men. But there were concerns when Adrian Mullen, Eoi...

David Moyes heading towards the exit as West Ham ponder an alternative future

The official party line — from David Moyes and from West Ham’s hierarchy — has not changed: a decision over the manager’s future will not be taken until the campaign is done and the summer recess in swing. The sense, though, is that the scales are tilting decisively in one direction, towards a natural conclusion and a parting of the ways. Three day...

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...

'I don't know what's going on over there' - Matt Doherty puzzled by FAI's manager search

The 43-cap defender said that ‘it will be pretty good’ if John O’Shea continues in the role after his interm stint in March.

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...

Conor McGregor tells ‘brother’ Justin Bieber he has his ‘back for life’

Conor McGregor has issued a shout out to his “brother” Justin Bieber, who he says will be supporting him when he makes his UFC comeback in Las Vegas. The Crumlin fighter spoke of his friendship with the Canadian superstar, just days after his UFC bout against Michael Chandler was announced. The pair will square up in Vegas on June 29. McGregor shar...

‘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...

Hamilton needs talk with Wolff to prepare Ferrari F1 move

Lewis Hamilton says he will need to discuss some finer details of his Formula 1 move to Ferrari with Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff.

'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.

Horner: Wolff should focus on his own F1 problems, not “unavailable” Verstappen

Red Bull boss Christian Horner has told Toto Wolff that he would be better off focusing on improving his Formula 1 car than dreaming he can capture “unavailable” Max Verstappen.

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...

‘You walk round the Crucible and it smells really bad’ – Hossein Vafaei blasts World Snooker Championship venue

Hossein Vafaei strongly criticised the conditions at the Crucible after crashing out of the World Snooker Championship in a 10-5 defeat by former champion Judd Trump. The Iranian described the famous Sheffield venue as "smelly", compared its practice facilities to "like playing in a garage", and questioned the treatment of players in the course of ...

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.

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

A massive weekend of action is in store.

Kevin McStay calls on ‘subdued’ Mayo faithful to be loud and proud in Connacht final trip to Galway

Kevin McStay has called on Mayo’s fanbase to invade Pearse Stadium “in big numbers” when they face off against old rivals Galway in this year’s Connacht SFC final on Sunday week. The Mayo boss admitted that their usually vocal army of supporters were “a bit subdued” as their side eased to a 1-15 to 0-13 victory over Roscommon at Dr Hyde Park. While...

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.

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.

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.

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.

Brilliant Limerick comeback secures Munster opener win over Clare

20,055 watched on as John Kiely’s Limerick team triumphed.

Norris: "Nothing pointed" to McLaren's shock China F1 form

Lando Norris says "nothing pointed" to McLaren's surprise form in Formula 1's Chinese Grand Prix.

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.

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

Leinster face the Stormers next Saturday night.

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.

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...

Ireland star Szmodics hits 31st campaign goal in Blackburn defeat

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

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

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.

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-...

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.

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...

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...

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.

F1 Chinese GP sprint race and qualifying - Start time, how to watch & more

Formula 1’s sprint race format changes get its first outing of 2024 at the Chinese Grand Prix. Here’s how and when to watch the sprint race and grand prix qualifying.

'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.

‘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...

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.

Lions v Munster: What time, what channel and all you need to know

Munster continue their South African tour in the URC this weekend with a visit to Lions. Here's all you need to know about the game. Where and when is it on? The match takes place on Saturday at Ellis Park in Johannesburg with a 4.00pm Irish time kick-off. Where can I watch the game? The game will be shown live on TG4 & Premier Sports 2. The game i...

Leeds edge out Middlesbrough in seven-goal thriller and climb to second

Crysencio Summerville’s double was the difference on Teesside.