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Luke Litter plays darts with Max Verstappen, Lando Norris and Sergio Perez at Silverstone - as the teen sensation gets in the F1 spirit ahead of the British Grand Prix

Teen sensation Littler, who shot to stardom with his fairytale run at the PDC World Championship over the festive period, has gone from strength-to-strength in recent months.

Andy Moran steps down as Leitrim football manager

‘It’s with a heavy heart that I leave the role but feel it’s the right thing to do at this time.’

'A lot of people are chasing Ireland now. We can’t be looking in the rearview mirror'

David Nucifora sits down with The 42 as his time as IRFU performance director nears the end.

Cristiano Ronaldo faces allegations of 'ambush marketing' at Euro 2024

Cristiano Ronaldo has been accused of "ambush marketing." This accusation arises from posting his heart rate data on social media, recorded during the penalty shootout in the Portugal vs. Slovenia match. Years ago, another football star was penalised for a similar act. Cristiano Ronaldo could have become the antihero of his national team during the...

This is how it's done, Katie! Boulter's boyfriend Alex de Minaur cruises into Wimbledon third round with straight sets win over Jaume Munar... but can only watch on as Britain star loses to Harriet Dart

Alex De Minaur, who has been dating British star Katie Boulter since March 2022, then faced a dash over to Court One to see her in action against Harriet Dart.

Damien Duff: ‘If it was up to some agents in this country, they’d have got Gav to sign for the Dog and Duck’

Damien Duff has queried the role played by agents in how players are moved abroad from the League of Ireland as he copes with the loss of star man Gavin Molloy from Shelbourne to Aberdeen. Shels now go into a four-week break from league action due to the FAI Cup and European schedule, their next league game against second-placed Derry City. Despite...

Tanguy Ndombele joins a new club in France as he looks to resurrect his career - after Tottenham tore up £65m club record signing's contract a year early

Former Tottenham Hotspur player, Tanguy Ndombele, has signed for a new club after ending his contract with Tottenham Hotspur prematurely.

Remembering 1999 Wimbledon champion Lindsay Davenport

Cork make one change for All-Ireland semi-final showdown with Limerick

Pat Ryan has named his team.

Where next for Galway and Waterford sides, for Henry and Davy in management?

The Tribesmen and the Deise are both looking for new hurling managers.

'He's got presence. He’s confident in his own ability' - Farrell on Osborne

The Ireland head coach outlined his thinking behind the surprise pick at fullback.

Galway United and Bohemians share the spoils after controversial ending

Patrick Hickey seemed to have a late winner chalked off at Eamonn Deacy Park.

‘He hit the ball 25 yards past Rory on virtually every occasion’ – Lahinch to showcase future superstars at Arnold Palmer Cup

Golf fans don't have to wait until the Irish Open to see some of the best players in the world as eight of the top 10 men and five of the top 10 amateur women tee it up in the Arnold Palmer Cup at Lahinch over the next three days. The world's top college golfers are in Co Clare for an event that has showcased a who's who of future stars from Europe...

The greatest women's tennis players to win only one Grand Slam

Man United 'want to re-sign a former defender' less than one year after letting him go - as Red Devils eye up further reinforcements along with Bayern Munich's Matthijs de Ligt

United are looking to bolster their defensive reinforcements this summer after first-team coach Erik ten Hag signed a new one-year contract extension at Old Trafford.

British No 1 Katie Boulter is knocked OUT of Wimbledon by No 2 Harriet Dart, who was in tears when she thought she would lose before remarkable turnaround

TAMARA PRENN AT WIMBLEDON: Dart had thought that she was destined to head out of the competition at 6-2 down in the tiebreak, and was seen wiping away tears as she sought to collect herself.

Leona Maguire defies difficult conditions to close in on first European Tour win

Leona Maguire remains on track for a wire-to-wire win after she carded a one-under 72 to take a two-shot lead into the final round of the Aramco Team Series Presented by PIF - London. Seeking her first win on the Ladies European Tour (LET), the two-time LPGA Tour winner leads on eight-under par from her Solheim Cup team-mate Georgia Hall at the Cen...

Rassie: It's part of Irish culture to be 'very proud and outspoken' about team's success

In a wry video released via the Springboks’ official social media channels, Erasmus elaborated on his relationship with Ireland.

Novak Djokovic is given a major scare on Centre Court by British wildcard - and world No 277 - Jacob Fearnley to reach Wimbledon's third round

Novak Djokovic was given a real scare on Centre Court by plucky Brit Arthur Fearnley, eventually winning 6-3, 6-4, 5-7, 7-5 to reach round three.

Keenan: Leaving Leinster was tough but Olympic dream 'too hard to turn down'

Hugo Keenan explains his decision to return to Sevens rugby for the Paris Olympics.

Henry Shefflin ‘a bit sad’ over Galway exit but insists next manager will reap ‘benefits’ of work done

The now former Galway hurling manager Henry Shefflin has said the team will not require as significant a rebuild as some have projected in the years ahead. Shefflin, who stepped down yesterday after three years in charge, admitted he found it hard to leave and was seriously considering seeing out the additional year he still had because of his firm...

Andy Murray and his brother Jamie are BEATEN in Wimbledon men's doubles before stars turn out for tearful farewell interview with Sue Barker on Centre Court as legend prepares to retire

Andy Murray gave a tearful address to the Centre Court crowd in his final Wimbledon, saying: 'It is hard because I want to keep playing but I can't, physically it's too tough now. I want to play forever.

Ollie Bearman, 19, lands 'dream' F1 seat for next season as he becomes the fourth British driver on the grid... after standing in for Ferrari's Carlos Sainz in Saudi Arabia

JONATHAN McEVOY: The 19-year-old's position was announced ahead of this weekend's British Grand Prix at Silverstone - a fillip for the sport after his excellent debut as a stand-in for Ferrari in March.

Tearful Andy Murray is surprised by Sue Barker in emotional goodbye

Andy Murray was surprised by Sue Barker who led an emotional goodbye to the Scots tennis star moments after he lost his doubles match with his brother Jamie.

'It’s hilarious' - Farrell welcomes Rassie's hype-building efforts

The Ireland coach has no doubt his players are ready for battle in Pretoria.

Revealed: Why Spain star Lamine Yamal has two other nations' flags on his boots... as 16-year-old star gears up for quarter-final clash with Germany

Yamal, 16, has been one of the stars of the tournament in Germany thus far, having impressed with his performances during Spain's unbeaten group stage run.

Jaylen Brown FINDS ring he lost at Celtics' NBA Championship parade after offering 'big reward' to have it returned

After the parade, Brown posted about his missing ring and promised a 'big reward' for whoever returns it to him. Low and behold, he regained possession of the piece on July 2.

Novak Djokovic ‘unhappy’ as he shushes Wimbledon crowd against British opponent

Novak Djokovic breaks Wimbledon 'Golden Rule' but clarifies he was given the 'thumbs up' to stray away from strict policy

Novak Djokovic made a triumphant return to tennis this week at Wimbledon. However the seven-time champion broke Wimbledon's golden rule in his opening round game.

Treacy's late try sees Ireland U20s snatch dramatic win against Georgia

Ireland left it late to make it two wins from two at the World Rugby U20 Championship in South Africa.

Ethan Mbappe follows in the footsteps of superstar brother Kylian, as he leaves Paris Saint-Germain in favour of a new Ligue 1 club

Kylian Mbappe's younger brother Ethan has followed in the footsteps of his brother and left Paris Saint-Germain, after signing for a new club.

Alexis Mac Allister 'purchases a former Liverpool boss' stunning new £3.9m five-bedroom home - complete with a home gym - in a cut-price deal'

While the Argentine prepares to move in, another familiar face to Liverpool fans will be rejoicing that the sale has finally been completed.

South Africa v Ireland: What time, what channel and all you need to know

Ireland get their summer tour of South Africa off with a Test match against their hosts this weekend. Here's all you need to know about the game. Where and when is it on? The match takes place on Saturday at the Loftus Versfeld Stadium in Pretoria with a 4.00pm Irish time kick-off. Where can I watch the game? The game will be shown live on Sky Spor...

Andy Murray's text to Raducanu as they join up for his grand farewell

It was back in November 2019 that a 16-year-old Emma Raducanu was first pictured alongside her tennis hero Sir Andy Murray - but now he is her mized doubles partner.

Roger Federer makes first appearance at this year's Wimbledon to pay tribute to Andy Murray, Madison Keys takes a pop at the crowd - and BBC make Novak Djokovic blunder: COURT REPORT

JAMES SHARPE AT WIMBLEDON: Murray and his brother Jamie were beaten by Rinky Hijikata and John Peers in the men's doubles before a series of tributes were paid to the two-time champion.

Osborne and Casey start for Ireland against the Springboks

Garry Ringrose is on the bench as part of a 5/3 split for the first Test.

Erik ten Hag signs one-year contract extension at Man United and warns his players they need 'a lot of hard work' as he targets 'English and European titles' despite eighth-place flop

The Dutchman has been in talks with United over a new deal after co-owners Ineos decided to keep him in charge following an end-of-season review.

Jose Enrique 'makes major blunder as the former Liverpool defender tries to offer two players - including a Rangers star - to another team' in 'new role as an agent'

The former Liverpool and Newcastle defender has reportedly become a football agent following a stint of media and punditry appearances since retiring from playing the game in 2016.

Jurgen Klopp teases USMNT fans with Fourth of July message amid calls for him to replace Gregg Berhalter

DailyMail.com columnist Tim Howard this week vowed that he will fly to Spain to persuade the former Liverpool boss to take over - should US Soccer replace Gregg Berhalter.

Shamrock Rovers return to winning ways against Dundalk at Tallaght Stadium

Johnny Kenny maintained his hot goalscoring form for the champions.

Jude Bellingham is 'set for a five-figure fine but will ESCAPE a ban' after X-rated gesture following his spectacular goal in England's dramatic win against Slovakia

Bellingham, 21, was seen making a seemingly-crude gesture in the direction of the Slovakian bench after netting an overhead kick in the 95th minute to keep England's Euro 2024 hopes alive.

Ireland captain Evan O’Connell ‘over the moon’ after last-gasp World U20 win over Georgia

Oliver Bearman is the 'proud' teenager who has a TikTok superstar girlfriend and was just 18 months old when Lewis Hamilton made his debut - now a full-time F1 driver, he'll look to emulate him by becoming a future world champion

Bearman (left) picked up six World Championship points - still more than six drivers on this grid - in his Ferrari back in March as cover, showing off the talent he possesses amid a stint in Formula Two.

Laura Woods secures brand new job which will start following ITV's Euro 2024 coverage with presenter set to link up with sport stars

The presenter has played a key part in ITV's coverage of this summer's tournament in Germany. However, Woods will soon switch her focus to her next assignment.

Daniel Ricciardo offered Formula One lifeline as unlikely option emerges for under-fire Australian amid fears he will be SACKED by RB

Ricciardo, 34, had hoped to make a strong pitch to return to Red Bull as Max Verstappen 's teammate in 2025, after being brought in from the cold following his McLaren sacking.

Norris backtracks on Verstappen apology demand

McLaren F1 driver Lando Norris has since spoken about his "close to the edge" Austrian GP clash with Max Verstappen

9-man Shelbourne left frustrated by Drogheda

Douglas James-Taylor notched a debut goal to earn a draw for his side.

Niamh Briggs' Ireland U20s lose to England in Summer Series opener

The scoreline in Parma was 33-10.

It is a gigantic risk for Gareth Southgate to drop three-at-the-back on his England players for Euro 2024 quarter-final against Switzerland, writes CHRIS SUTTON

CHRIS SUTTON: There is no doubt that Switzerland have looked like a better-functioning team than England at Euro 2024. They beat Italy. They almost defeated Germany.

How six words from Aussie tennis star Alex De Minaur rescued his girlfriend Katie Boulter after she crashed out of Wimbledon

British tennis star Katie Boulter has praised Alex de Minaur for lifting her spirits following her heartbreaking defeat in the second round of Wimbledon against compatriot Harriet Dart.