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Cork player assessments after their Munster SHC defeat to Waterford

Patrick Collins (Ballinhassig) Pressed on his puck-outs, retaining just over half (54%), compared to Waterford’s 66%. Still produced a handful of assists from those that found their target. Both goals were well-taken, with Stephen Bennett’s flick of the wrists wrongfooting him for the penalty. Made a routine stop from another Bennett chance. Ger Mi...


Ted Kravitz calls out the ‘same Christian Horner’ over latest Sergio Perez comments

"So think about it this way..."


'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.


Could Acosta get a Verstappen-like mid-season promotion to KTM in MotoGP 2024?

In 2016, Max Verstappen moved up to Red Bull’s primary Formula 1 team after just four races in the new season, and the rest, as they say, is history. Eight years on, could Pedro Acosta land a similar mid-season promotion with a Red Bull-backed MotoGP squad?


Emma Raducanu told she 'didn't show up' in heavy Madrid Open loss after fortunate draw

Emma Raducanu enjoyed some impressive wins in Stuttgart and in the BJK Cup, but the 21-year-old Brit admitted she was exhausted after losing in the first round in Madrid


'I don’t think the problem is him, really, I think the problem is Ulster'

Steven Kitshoff’s brief stint at Ulster was discussed on today’s podcast.


Vikings could capitalize on falling NFL Draft quarterback

Each year, players will fall farther than they should based on consensus. Could the Minnesota Vikings capitalize on that in 2024?


Female Grand Slam champion refuses to watch rivals as 'men's tennis is more interesting'

One reigning Grand Slam champion has made some candid comments about the female game.


'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.


NASCAR Driver Fined $5,000 For Safety Violation On Racetrack

Xfinity Series driver Joey Gase was fined $5,000 by NASCAR for a safety penalty at Richmond Raceway. He threw the bumper cover from his No. 35 Ford at Dawson Cram's vehicle. Gase ultimately decided to appeal that decision. On Wednesday, National Motorsports Appeals ...


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.


Anyone that was at the game would have said: 'Galway need Johnny Glynn'

Ardrahan manager Syl Dolan tells The42 the story of Johnny Glynn’s return to the Galway hurlers.


Liverpool limp from title race as Jurgen Klopp and Mohamed Salah run out of road

Jurgen Klopp can focus on his Mallorca renovations and Mohamed Salah can look forward to the sands of Saudi Arabia. Liverpool's title chances ended with a knowing smile from a manager out of options.


Emma Raducanu 'emotionally exhausted' as Brit speaks out on brutal Madrid Open defeat

Emma Raducanu appeared fatigued as she lost to a qualifier at the Madrid Open.


Chelsea points deduction: Relegation dogfight beckons as expert predicts huge penalty over PSR rule break

Boehly has overseen another difficult season at Stamford Bridge and his troubles could be about to escalate amid claims of a mammoth points deduction


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 ...


Stuart Attwell at centre of more VAR controversy as Wolves goal ruled out

Stuart Attwell was the man at Stockley Park for Nottingham Forest's controversial defeat to Everton, with the official back in action and back at the centre of more controversy


Fernando Alonso lifts lid on Aston Martin dynamic with ‘whole project around Lance Stroll’

Mike Krack said the "whole" Aston Martin project has been built around Lawrence Stroll's son, Lance...


Wilcox orders Ten Hag to make one major Man Utd change against Sheff Utd or face the sack

Ten Hag could lose his job if he fails to implement one major change Man Utd's new technical director Jason Wilcox has instructed him to make


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.


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

A massive weekend of action is in store.


Liverpool take huge step to appointing Arne Slot as manager

Liverpool have opened talks with Feyenoord regarding manager Arne Slot, according to multiple reports.


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

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


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.


Remembering Danny Dowling: A tribute to a sporting legend in Wicklow

I loved watching Danny Dowling play. In times like these, the highs and lows, the dramas, the squabbles and the joys and disappointments of our sporting lives seem as inconsequential as a passing breeze on a sunny day. A sense of numbness has settled over this county since the jagged, merciless news of the passing of Danny sliced through our fragil...


Dan Campbell preparing Detroit Lions fans for possible trade back in NFL Draft

Echoing the comments of GM Brad Holmes, Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell is telling fans they need to be ready for a possible trade back in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft.


Greg Norman's admission speaks volumes after clarifying £672m Rory McIlroy LIV Golf talks

Greg Norman has insisted Rory McIlroy has never been made an offer to join Saudi-backed breakaway league LIV Golf - and he has opened up on potential talks between the pair


Kellie Harrington one of four Irish boxers to secure at least bronze at Europeans

Harrington, Shannon Sweeney, Niamh Fay and Aoife O’Rourke all clinched medals on Tuesday,


Galway catch the eye in race to succeed Kildare as All Ireland champions

Eight teams now left standing after the finalists were confirmed in Connacht, Munster and Ulster.


Mathieu Raynal to referee Leinster's Champions Cup semi-final against Northampton

Andrew Brace will take charge of the Toulouse v Harlequins semi-final.


Everton v Liverpool: What time, what channel and all you need to know

It’s a big Merseyside derby at both ends of the table this midweek. Here’s all you need to know about the match. Where and when is it on? The game takes place at Goodison Park in Liverpool with an 8.00pm kick-off on Wednesday. Where can I watch the game? The match is being shown on TNT Sports 1. It is also being streamed live on discovery+. What ca...


Tennis legend Rafael Nadal gives sad update on hopes of playing at 2024 French Open

Rafael Nadal is very quickly closing in on retirement following a glittering career and made a downbeat prediction ahead of this year's Paris Open that gets underway next month


Liverpool end their title challenge in the broken, exhausted image of their manager

A tired-looking Liverpool were beaten 2-0 at Everton


Rory McIlroy and PGA Tour stars to earn £1.2bn for snubbing LIV Golf

Rory McIlroy and his PGA Tour colleagues will finally learn the reward for their loyalty on Wednesday after snubbing LIV Golf.


Liverpool title bid in tatters as Everton deliver deadly double blow

Goals from Jarrad Branthwaite and Dominic Calvert-Lewin virtually assured their own top-flight future.


Munster football final set for Ennis after coin toss

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


Palace overpower Newcastle while referee Atwell is centre of attention in Wolves defeat

Bournemouth won 1-0 at Molineux in incident-packed night.


A record-breaking night at Old Trafford! Man Utd set new Premier League marker as Sheffield United take unwanted title in 4-2 defeat

Harry Maguire netted a record-breaking goal when he equalised against Sheffield United in the Premier League on Wednesday.


‘How can you justify this?’ – more questions asked about ‘strange’ Lance Stroll penalty in China

"What do you mean it is Ricciardo's fault?"


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.


La Liga boss ‘instantly rejects’ Man Utd offer to replace Ten Hag as he refuses to ‘betray’ Man City

Girona boss Michel has rejected the chance to replace Erik ten Hag at Man Utd at the end of the season, according to reports.


Report: Cowboys Make Official Decision On Micah Parsons Contract

The Dallas Cowboys made sure Micah Parsons will be on the roster when the 2025 NFL season kicks off. On Wednesday afternoon the team picked up Parsons' fifth-year option, which will cost just over $21 million for the 2025 season. Given Parsons' play over his first three years in the league that ...


USWNT legend Megan Rapinoe on WNBA's Caitlin Clark era: 'It's so much more than Caitlin'

The retired USWNT star reflected on the foundation laid for the sensation around Clark and her excitement for what's to come


2024 NFL Mock Draft: Vikings and Eagles trade up, Patrick Mahomes gets wide receiver

The 2024 NFL Draft is upon us and the first round sees the Minnesota Vikings and Philadelphia Eagles trade up while Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs get an upgrade at wide receiver.


Down's syndrome runner rejected from sports clubs sets world record

Down's syndrome runner, Lloyd Martin, 19, who set a world record at the London Marathon has said 'anything is possible' after years of being turned away by sports clubs.


Football transfer rumours: Man Utd prepare Bastoni bid; Man City's £200m spending spree

Wednesday's transfer rumour roundup includes updates on Man Utd's interest in Alessandro Bastoni, Man City's plans to spend £200m this summer and more.


Liverpool urged to pursue triple summer raid on Premier League rivals with Salah replacement eyed

Club legend John Barnes has encouraged Liverpool to sign three players from Crystal Palace during this summer's transfer window.


Two drivers named in brutal ‘half of the field does not belong in F1’ verdict

"It is simply a fact that half of the field does not belong in the field at all."


Broncos targeting possible new quarterback

The Denver Broncos are in need of a new starting quarterback after the team decided to part ways with former starter Russell Wilson. And while the team did at former New York Jets first-round pick Zach Wilson, it sounds like the Broncos are targeting another quarterback in the draft. According to a report from NFL insider Albert Breer of SI.com, the Broncos “quietly did a lot of work” scouting Oregon Ducks star quarterback Bo Nix, making it a...


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.