Viewers praise David Gillick for ‘immense work’ at Paris Olympics
The former Ireland track and field star has been the man behind the microphone during RTÉ’s coverage of the Olympic Games. Former Irish athlete David Gillick is getting a lot of love on social media for his supportive and ’empathetic’ interviews with athletes at the Olympic Games in Paris. The 41-year-old represented the nation at […]
1 year ago
Dublin Marathon winner breaks new record as over 22,000 participate
An Irishman finished in third place in the event. Kemal Husen from Ethiopa won the Dublin Marathon 2023 on Sunday, October 29, as 22,500 people took part in the huge event. The marathon, which is in its 42nd year, is the fourth largest of its type in Europe and saw thousands take to the wet […]
2 years ago
WATCH: Gymnast gets perfect 10 for this absolutely incredible floor routine
Our jaws. Are on. The floor! 21-year-old Katelyn Ohashi took part in the Under Armor’s 2019 Collegiate Challenge over the weekend, and she has found her routine has gone viral since then. There is something uniquely satisfying about watching someone is not only very good at what they do, but is clearly taking great enjoyment out […]
7 years ago
WATCH: Usain Bolt has scored his first goals in professional football
The fastest man in the world has finally arrived in the beautiful game. Usain Bolt wants to be a footballer more than anything in the world. Not content with his numerous Olympic gold medals and millions upon millions of dollars, the Jamaican athlete has for a number of years told anyone willing to listen that […]
8 years ago
Think you could handle this 83km adventure race across Killarney?
Brought to you by Quest Adventure Series. The world’s biggest outdoor adventure race Running, hiking, kayaking and cycling your way through the gorgeous mountains and lakes of County Kerry, Quest Killarney is amongst the most challenging and exciting outdoor events on these shores. Anyone who manages to cross the finish line will have earned the right to […]
8 years ago
“I knew I could pick him off” — Thomas Barr gives deadly post-race interview
Good man, Thomas Barr! On Thursday evening, Waterford athlete Thomas Barr became the first Irishman in the 84-year history of the European Athletics Championships to win a medal in a sprint event. Barr took the bronze medal in the 400-metre sprint today after a Trojan effort that saw him pull back into third with seconds to […]
8 years ago