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This is the golden age of Irish golf - but the long-term future looks much less bright

While Irish golf is second only to the US for majors won since 2007, there is an alarming lack of depth beyond our headline acts.

5 hrs ago

Sports TV Listings

Here's your essential TV guide for this weekend's live sport

3 hrs ago

THE BEAT

A manager's power of calm should never be mistaken for a lack of personality

4 hrs ago

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task at hand

Munster have to overcome off-pitch distractions for URC run-in

4 hrs ago

Selection

Austin Gleeson in Waterford panel for Munster opener as Kelly leads Clare charge

2 hrs ago

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Today's news

Golf

“I don't have it in me tonight to go over and celebrate” - Lowry’s Masters message to McIlroy

7 mins ago

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starting XV

Tipperary and Cork sides named for Sunday's Munster hurling clash

Updated 52 mins ago

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Update

Embattled LIV Golf to make changes - 'It might surprise some people'

1 hr ago

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Golf

Shane Lowry seven shots off the lead after opening round at RBC Heritage

Updated 2 hrs ago

Selection

Austin Gleeson in Waterford panel for Munster opener as Kelly leads Clare charge

2 hrs ago

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Sports TV Listings

Here's your essential TV guide for this weekend's live sport

3 hrs ago

THE BEAT

A manager's power of calm should never be mistaken for a lack of personality

New pilot scheme for players will help to mould next generation of coaches from within League of Ireland player pool.

David Sneyd

4 hrs ago

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task at hand

Munster have to overcome off-pitch distractions for URC run-in

4 hrs ago

Preview

Ulster can seize opportunity to break losing run against Leinster

4 hrs ago

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URC

'We just want to go out there and be the best in the country' - Ulster back row Augustus

4 hrs ago

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ties that bind

'Extra special for our family' - the McGraths prepare for Tipperary double-header in Thurles

5 hrs ago

column

This is the golden age of Irish golf - but the long-term future looks much less bright

While Irish golf is second only to the US for majors won since 2007, there is an alarming lack of depth beyond our headline acts.

Gavin Cooney

5 hrs ago

Yesterday

16th April 2026

Uefa conference league

Crystal Palace book spot in Conference League semi-final

Updated 12 hrs ago

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Final Four

Aston Villa and Nottingham Forest to face off in Europa League semi-finals

12 hrs ago

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Teamsheet

Dublin hand starting spots to championship newcomers for Leinster opener

13 hrs ago

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Munster U20 Football

Cork edge past Kerry by a point, Waterford enjoy victory over Clare

14 hrs ago

Premier League

Bernardo Silva to leave Man City at end of season

17 hrs ago

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Munster

'A family man that I trust unequivocally' - McMillan on Randle appointment

18 hrs ago

RIP

Former Arsenal goalkeeper Alex Manninger killed in road accident, aged 48

19 hrs ago

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Selection

Munster make eight changes for URC trip to Benetton

20 hrs ago

first cap

Bemand backs 'tough' O'Connor to make impact on Ireland debut

20 hrs ago

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enhancements

LGFA approves new playing rules for inter-county championships

21 hrs ago

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attack coach

Munster say 'due diligence' was carried out before Randle appointment

It’s understood that there have been some internal issues in Munster regarding the deal.

21 hrs ago

Snooker

Ronnie O'Sullivan to face Chinese debutant as World Championship draw made

22 hrs ago

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Team news

Prendergast back at 10 at Leinster rotate, Ulster make one change

22 hrs ago

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Hard Luck

Liverpool confirm Achilles rupture injury for Ekitike

22 hrs ago

2

Selection

Leinster winger among three changes as Ireland prepare for historic Six Nations tie in Galway

23 hrs ago

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Champions League

Real slam 'unbelievable' red card after Bayern defeat

16 Apr

8

statement

LIV Golf reassures players over Saudi withdrawal rumours

16 Apr

9

Gaelic Grounds

GAA confirm potential 2027 hurling league final switch to coincide with Ryder Cup in Adare

16 Apr

4

Unfazed

'It doesn't bother me much at all' - Tipperary's McGrath not losing sleep over critics

16 Apr

6

Gianni Infantino

Fifa president confirms Iran will participate in World Cup in USA

16 Apr

home comforts

'Me and Dexcom Stadium go way back' - Parsons gearing up for Six Nations game in Galway

16 Apr

AnalysisGdansking Feet

130 not out: Denise O'Sullivan is the heartbeat of this Irish team

Midfield maestro marks milestone with excellent performance in Poland.

Emma Duffy

16 Apr

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Ciaran Meenagh

'If I keep going the way I’m going, I’ll be burnt out in a few years'

The Derry manager on falling asleep at the wheel and the stresses of managing a county team.

Declan Bogue

16 Apr

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Wednesday

15th April 2026

Punishment

Maguire ruled out of Chelsea trip after receiving additional one-match ban

15 Apr

2

Goals Galore

Bayern strike late twice to march on after seven-goal thriller with Real Madrid

Bayern Munich have reached the semi-finals of the Champions League after winning 6-4 on aggregate.

15 Apr

20

Job Done

Arsenal progress to Champions League semi-finals after Sporting stalemate

15 Apr

30

Results

McDonald's 2-3 helps Mayo into Connacht U20 final as Longford and Tyrone also prevail

15 Apr

8

Rebel Roar

O'Brien hits 0-10 as Cork U20s finish strong to eliminate Waterford

15 Apr

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