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Peter Casey’s injury places a real downer on Limerick’s mood despite win over Tipperary in Munster

The victory could scarcely have been more emphatic, but it came at a considerable cost to All-Ireland champions Limerick. Peter Casey, who had been in sparkling form for 55 minutes, suffered what appeared to be a broken ankle in the act of scoring Limerick’s second goal at the TUS Gaelic Grounds. The Na Piarsaigh man’s distress was immediately appa...

‘It works for me anyway’ – Ronnie O’Sullivan ‘energised’ by intermittent fasting during World Championship

Ronnie O’Sullivan hailed the impact intermittent fasting has had on his energy levels during this year’s World Snooker Championship after seeing off Ryan Day to reach the quarter-finals. The 48-year-old, who is bidding to secure a record eighth Crucible crown, eased his way into the last eight after winning three of the four frames on Monday aftern...

No mistake from O'Sullivan as he books quarter-final spot in under an hour

The 48-year-old went into the final session against Ryan Day leading 10-6 and won three of four frames to cruise into last eight.

5 talking points after Clare receive huge boost while Cork face uphill task

Brian Lohan’s men ran out 3-26 to 3-24 winners.

‘There’s player-welfare involved’ – Cork boss Pat Ryan unhappy after conceding 1-1 while Tim O’Mahony was injured

Cork hurling manager Pat Ryan has questioned the decision to allow play to continue while his defender Tim O'Mahony was on the ground injured for a couple of key moments in the second half of their Munster SHC loss to Clare. Ryan claimed Cork conceded 1-1, a point to David Reidy and then a goal to David Fitzgerald, as O'Mahony was grounded before b...

Shamrock Rovers close the gap on Shelbourne after facile win

Stephen Bradley’s side were too good for Drogheda.

'If you want to show faith in your coaching pathway, now is the time to do it'

Bernard Jackman and Murray Kinsella believe Richie Murphy is the right man to lead Ulster into the future.

Leinster are 13-point favourites but this is a fine Northampton side

Sam Vesty’s creative attack should pose problems for the Irish province.

Rhasidat Adeleke runs wind-assisted 10.84 to win 100m at Texas Invitational

Adeleke beats Dina Asher-Smith and Julien Alfred as thoughts turn to World Relay Championships.

Harvick to stand-in for Larson in All-Star Race practice and qualifying

Ahead of Sunday's race at Dover Motor Speedway, Hendrick Motorsports revealed that Kevin Harvick will get behind the wheel of the No. 5 Chevrolet while Kyle Larson is busy in Indianapolis on All-Star Race weekend.

Seani Maguire’s exit after Carlisle relegation could spark LOI move

Former Ireland international Seani Maguire is looking for a new club after Carlisle United confirmed that he was among eight players released as part of their revamp following relegation to League Two. Carlisle knew in advance of the season finale on Saturday that they had been relegated to the fourth tier, with a tally of 30 points from 46 games a...

Jack O'Connor says All-Ireland draw is a ‘distraction’ but Kerry's focus remains firmly on Clare this week

Jack O’Connor will, of course, have an eye and an ear on Tuesday’s draw for the All-Ireland SFC Group Stage, mindful, no doubt, that Kerry’s seeding won’t be confirmed until after Sunday’s Munster final. The consensus view is that Kerry will retain their title with back to back wins over Clare in the provincial decider, and therefore be ranked as a...

Arsenal’s chaotic win at Tottenham raises one question about title run-in

Arsenal’s chaotic win at Tottenham raises one question about title run-in - For as much as thrashing Spurs in the north London derby would have sent a message in the title race, holding onto a 3-2 win away from home bring out something more in Mikel Arteta’s side

Clare boss Brian Lohan gets response he needed while Cork's defensive woes resurface

Shane O’Donnell has strongly hinted that this will be his last championship campaign for Clare before he moves on to pursue other career interests. If he follows through on it, a dishevelled Cork defence won’t be sorry to see the back of him after this. Man-of-the-match choices after this six-goal Munster SHC round-robin thriller ranged from Peter ...

Ex-Derry footballer signs with NFL side New York Giants

Jude McAtamney previously spent two seasons at Rutgers University.

Watch: Rory McIlroy and Shane sing ‘Don’t Stop Believing’ after Zurich Classic win

Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry put their recent Masters setbacks behind them and belted out Journey’s “Don’t Stop Believing” after their win at the Zurich Classic of New Orleans. The Ryder Cup duo beat Chad Ramey and Martin Trainer with a par at the first extra hole of a playoff at TPC Louisiana, and they were in top form afterwards as they sang for ...

Hilary Knight: Hockey star and women’s sports advocate

Billy Vunipola ‘tasered twice’ during arrest after ‘violent incident’ in Spanish bar

Billy Vunipola, the Saracens and England rugby player, has been arrested after an alleged violent incident at a bar in Majorca. According to reports, the 31-year-old had to be tasered twice by police who attended a bar called Epic, in the town of Palma, at 4.30am on Sunday. The first shot with the taser apparently had little affect on the No 8, who...

Kerry minors secure Munster football title with six-point win over Cork

LGFA MUNSTER MINOR ‘A’ FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP FINAL Kerry 3-10 Cork 0-13 Kerry are Munster Minor A football champions following a deserving and thrilling win against Cork in Mallow on Sunday with heavy rain prior to throw in making handling conditions difficult for both sides. Kerry went into the game minus a couple of key players whereas Cork had a...

Wexford hurlers under pressure following first-ever championship defeat against Antrim

Wexford hurling supporters have endured numerous low points in recent times, and Saturday’s narrow loss in Corrigan Park on Belfast’s Whiterock Road was right up there with the worst of them. Antrim defeated us for the first time ever in the Senior championship, and let it be stated first and foremost that they thoroughly deserved to bask in the gl...

Here are the confirmed 2024 Sam Maguire and Tailteann Cup competing teams

The draws for the the group stages will take place on Tuesday 30 April.

Ringrose and O'Brien both fit for Leinster's semi-final date with Northampton

The province welcome the Saints to Croke Park on Saturday.

Loss of star forward hits Cavan hard ahead of All-Ireland draw

Paddy Lynch, the National Football League’s top scorer, has suffered an ACL injury.

Clare back on track after key Munster victory over 14-man Cork

Six goals scored in an absorbing round-robin game in front of a crowd of 36,814.

What are Kerry’s best and worst case scenarios in Tuesday’s Sam Maguire Cup draw?

The road to possible All-Ireland Championship glory will become a lot clearer on Tuesday afternoon when the Group Stage draws in the Sam Maguire and Tailteann cups take place at 3pm. With the eight provincial finalists now known, along with the other eight counties that will compete in the All-Ireland Championship, the GAA have announced the seedin...

Waterford doctor swaps scrubs for lycra as she chases Olympic dream

Waterford native Shannon Kelly kicked off her first year as full-time professional triathlete on Saturday, April 27, at the Asia Triathlon Cup and South Asian Triathlon Championships in Pokhara, Nepal. The race is a key first step in a year where she hopes to help Ireland qualify a team for the mixed relay at the Paris Olympics, with her eyes firml...

Ederson injury leaves Man City fearing goalkeeper could miss Premier League and FA Cup double chase

Ederson injury leaves Man City fearing goalkeeper could miss Premier League and FA Cup double chase - The Brazil goalkeeper left the City Ground with his arm in a sling

How the ‘West of Ireland’ made Irish golf, and Rory McIlroy, a global golfing powerhouse

Sunday’s win by Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry in the Zurich Classic of New Orleans came just three days after a historic gathering of former West of Ireland champions at County Sligo and put into context the massive contribution of that championship to Irish golf over the past 100 years. No fewer than 26 winners of the “West” came together in the cl...

'An experience that I will cherish forever' - Sinead Farrelly retires from Ireland duty

US-born midfielder was drafted into squad ahead of last year’s World Cup and has called time on international career with eight caps.

Dublin far too strong for Offaly as they ease through to another Leinster final

Dessie Farrell’s side were never in trouble at Croke Park.

Rio Olympics star Annalise Murphy claims second victory in Road National Series after stunning 35km solo ride

Olympic sailing silver medallist Annalise Murphy claims second victory in Road National Series after stunning 35km solo ride Annalise Murphy continued her dominance of the domestic cycling scene with a stunning solo victory in round two of the Road National Series. The Olympic medallist in sailing in Rio 2016, who also won the opening round, made h...

Whelan rescues last-gasp draw for Galway against Kilkenny

The Cats looked set for victory when TJ Reid put them two in front going into injury-time.

Irish-eligible winger on target as Leicester seal Championship title

Kasey McAteer, who has reportedly been in the process of completing paperwork to declare for the Boys in Green, scored the third goal.

Connacht boss Pete Wilkins ‘thrilled’ to sign Irish-qualified centre Piers O’Conor from Bristol Bears

Connacht have signed Irish-qualified centre Piers O’Conor from Bristol Bears ahead of season. The 28-year old, who played for England at underage level, is Irish-qualified through his grandfather, with roots in Roscommon as well as Dublin Conor will link up with Connacht this summer after a six-year spell in Bristol where he played 131 scores and s...

14-man Cork Con hold off Terenure for AIL glory

John Forde’s 19th-minute red card did not hold back Con, who won out 33-22.

Antrim stun Wexford and have now blown Leinster wide open

One week on from a 32-point hiding from Kilkenny, Darren Gleeson’s side show immense reserves of courage and character.

Antony hits back at critics with defiant message amid Man Utd struggles

Antony hits back at critics with defiant message amid Man Utd struggles - The Brazil winger has been under the spotlight for his performances since his big-money move from Ajax in 2022

England rugby star Vunipola apologises after receiving fine for resisting the law in Majorca

The 31-year-old Saracens forward said he was fined €240 after the incident in the early hours of Sunday morning.

Dublin dominate Laois and Meath overcome Kildare to set-up Leinster final showdown

Elsewhere, Cork and Waterford advance to Munster camogie final.

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Jonny Holland hails ‘cool customer’ James Taylor as Cork Constitution secure AIL title

With 56 minutes on the clock, Terenure flyer Conor Phillips looked as though he had a clear run to the line to put his side in front for the first time, until his opposite number Matthew Bowen ate up the ground and stopped a certain try. It was a stunning piece of defending by Bowen, who managed to hold up the former Munster winger over the line. A...

Declan Rice's brilliant response to 'pelters likely about girlfriend' at Spurs

Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice had a brilliant response after being given 'pelters' by Spurs fans while taking a corner - which is speculated online to be 'about his girlfriend'. It comes just days after footage of Chelsea fans hurling abuse at him about his girlfriend Lauren Fryer left people disgusted. Arsenal are in action at Spurs at the time o...

I understand if Mohamed Salah has got the hump with Jurgen Klopp, says Alan Shearer

I understand if Mohamed Salah has got the hump with Jurgen Klopp, says Alan Shearer - Salah argued with manager Jurgen Klopp before coming on as a substitute in Liverpool’s draw with West Ham.

Meath footballers end 23-year wait for Leinster U20 title triumph

Eamonn Armstrong, Jamie Murphy and substitute Tadhg Martyn got the goals to seal a memorable win.

Mohamed Salah’s latest touchline tantrum symbolises deeper Liverpool split

Mohamed Salah’s latest touchline tantrum symbolises deeper Liverpool split - Liverpool have been a picture of unity under Jurgen Klopp but cracks are appearing as the German prepares to wave goodbye to Anfield

'To think where we've come from' - Playing with Lowry makes victory sweeter for McIlroy

McIlroy celebrated the duo’s win at the Zurich Classic with a rendition of Journey’s Don’t Stop Believing.

4 talking points after Limerick put Tipperary to the sword in humiliating defeat

There were 15 points between the sides by the end.

UL Bohemian back-row Jane Clohessy follows in her father’s footsteps 31 years after former Irish prop’s AIL win

UL Bohemian’s back-row Jane Clohessy followed in her father Peter’s footsteps by winning the Energia All-Ireland League (AIL) yesterday. Thirty-one years after Peter ‘The Claw’ was part of what is still Young Munster’s only AIL success, Jane played a key role in Bohs winning their first title in six years. Jane has enjoyed a breakthrough season wit...

Amy Broadhurst switches allegiance to Great Britain following Ireland snub

The 27-year-old, who holds both British and Irish passports, had a productive 2022.

Thiago Silva confirms Chelsea exit and hints at future return to club

Thiago Silva confirms Chelsea exit and hints at future return to club - The Brazilian defender has hinted that he could return to the club in a different capacity in the future