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'I knew I would win': Galway man conquers solo class in World's Toughest Row across the Atlantic

The solo oarsman managed to beat several three and four person teams, completing the race in 39 days, 20 hours and 16 minutes.

2026-01-23T13:46:56Z

James Lowe’s 5 greatest Leinster tries as record beckons

There’s a good argument to make that Leinster’s signing of James Lowe has been the greatest ever in Irish rugby. From coming in as an All-Black reject in 2017, Lowe has been a juggernaut for Leinster and Irish rugby, becoming possibly the best number 11 in Ireland’s history. His ability, coupled with his infectious energy […]

2026-01-23T17:36:46Z

Baltimore Ravens announce new head coach following exit of John Harbaugh

The 42-year-old most recently served as defensive coordinator of the Los Angeles Chargers, having previously been on the staff of the Ravens.

2026-01-22T23:00:02Z

Djokovic's wife slams Naomi Osaka before Rod Laver Arena clash with Aussie qualifier

Jelena Djokovic has criticised Naomi Osaka following the Japanese star's heated clash at the Australian Open, questioning whether her conduct during the match crossed the line

2026-01-24T03:30:04Z

Lewis Hamilton reveals 'biggest change ever' for new F1 season

Lewis Hamilton is looking to get back to winning ways as he heads into his second F1 season with Ferrari. The seven-time World Champion comes into the 2026 season off his worst year ever, failing to get a podium position in any grand prix for the first time in what was also his first year […]

2026-01-23T18:51:48Z

UEFA confirm Nations League seedings - and here's who Ireland could face this year

The Nations League draw takes place on Thursday 12 February at 5pm.

2026-01-23T12:00:12Z

The Eagles landed: Connacht catching up but Lancaster will deliver

This is a historic occasion for Connacht. Leinster are in town as the home side unveil the newly-completed Clan Stand, which will bring the capacity of the Dexcom Stadium to 12,000, and there won’t be a spare seat in the ground this evening. It’s a great achievement for the operation, but we often wonder why […]

2026-01-24T06:36:48Z

Slot provides update on Konate and Chiesa absences for Liverpool

Arne Slot provides update on Ibrahima Konate and Federico Chiesa absences ahead of Bournemouth match - The Dutchman has five potential absentees from his squad as the Reds travel south to face Bournemouth on Saturday evening

2026-01-23T11:56:48Z

Bomb alert at Trump’s Doonbeg luxury resort as president speaks at Davos

A bomb alert at Donald Trump’s luxury golf resort in County Clare has been lifted after Gardaí were called to the hotel and golf links last night. A statement from the Garda Press Office said a call was received alerting Gardaí to a suspicious package at a premises in West Clare on Wednesday evening. A […]

2026-01-22T11:57:47Z

NBA team eyes move for LeBron James after report of bitter feud with Lakers chief Jeanie Buss

The league was rocked on Thursday when a bombshell report claimed that Lakers governor and former owner Jeanie Buss had grown frustrated with James over his 'ego and attitude' since he joined.

2026-01-23T18:30:04Z

Casemiro reveals why he is leaving Man United

Casemiro reveals why he is leaving Man United - The Brazilian midfielder will depart after four years at Old Trafford

2026-01-22T17:11:54Z

Nathan Doak can be Ireland’s very own 'Petit General'

There is a definite feel-good buzz around Ravenhill at present. The season is going well results-wise, with Ulster sitting snugly at third in the URC table, popular head coach Richie Murphy has just signed a deal to stay on until 2028 and there was good news from the national selectors during the week also. Ulster […]

2026-01-23T23:14:18Z

Waterford-Longford men's league curtain-raiser postponed; venue switches for several LGFA games

Storm Ingrid is expected to interfere with the Irish sporting calendar this weekend.

2026-01-24T12:57:40Z

Rory's nemesis Patrick Reed out in front in Dubai and he needs to win just to pay all his fines!

RIATH AL-SAMARRAI IN DUBAI: Patrick Reed reckons he needs around £1m to cover the fines he acquires across a season. If he keeps scoring like he has, he'll have cleared his losses by Sunday evening.

2026-01-23T15:30:03Z

Tyrone in focus: Firepower, physicality, and future-proofing the goalkeeping position

APPRAISING Tyrone’s 2025 in a few sentences is about as difficult as it gets.

2026-01-22T20:08:08Z

Kellie Harrington champions Irish design as she chats stepping back into the ring

When she steps out of the ring and takes off her boxing gear, Kellie Harrington isn't opposed to playing dress-up for an evening. The double Olympic champion joined host Patrick Kielty in the RTÉ studio on Friday to chat about why retirement just didn't suit her, but her outfit certainly did! Today's top videos Styled […]

2026-01-24T08:56:55Z

Liverpool player ratings: Salah struggles as Szoboszlai stars

Liverpool player ratings vs Marseille: Salah struggles as Szoboszlai stars - Marseille 0-3 Liverpool: Goals from Dominik Szobozslai and Cody Gakpo, plus an own goal, ensured the Reds eased past their French opponents on Mohamed Salah’s return after Afcon

2026-01-22T00:11:50Z

Jamie Carragher: Liverpool supporters are disrespecting Arne Slot

Having led the club to Premier League glory in his maiden season at Anfield, Slot's second has been far from plain-sailing.

2026-01-23T13:00:03Z

Inside Kellie Harrington’s rarely-seen family life with wife Mandy

Champion boxer Kellie Harrington is known across the world for her skills inside the boxing ring, her pride in her home city, Dublin, especially the inner city where she grew up, and her love of family and her two adored dogs. But outside of sport, just who is the young woman who has represented Ireland […]

2026-01-22T16:39:24Z

Trent Alexander-Arnold has not been told to quit Real Madrid by new manager Alvaro Arbeloa

The Englishman has endured a difficult spell in the Spanish capital after joining at the expiration of his Liverpool contract six months ago.

2026-01-23T14:15:04Z

Wayne and Coleen Rooney watch son Kai, 16, make Old Trafford debut in front of Michael Carrick

NATHAN SALT AT OLD TRAFFORD: Man United's new head coach headed out to support the Under-18s in the FA Youth Cup against Derby County, with Rooney alongside him with his son Kai in the squad.

2026-01-23T22:00:05Z

Roscommon man Murray going places with Connacht and Ireland

The 24-year-old starts against Leinster today and will link up with Andy Farrell’s squad next week.

2026-01-24T07:35:21Z

Anthony Joshua may never fight again, admits Eddie Hearn as promoter gives update on condition

Joshua narrowly avoided death after changing seats before the vehicle set off on its journey. He spent New Year in hospital before jetting home to his mansion and returning to training.

2026-01-23T22:45:03Z

Former Olympic snowboarder caught after years on FBI most wanted list

Accused cocaine trafficker and former Olympic snowboarder Ryan Wedding has been arrested and is now in custody, two law enforcement officials say.

2026-01-23T16:24:15Z

Arsenal fans accuse Jamie Carragher of deliberately piling pressure on them after 'Treble' claim

Anxious Arsenal fans have accused Jamie Carragher of underhand tactics after he suggested Mikel Arteta's side could 'go one better' than United's 1999 Treble winners.

2026-01-24T11:15:04Z

Revealed: Reason Alan Brazil fell ill - as 66-year-old misses talkSPORT show for second day in a row

The popular broadcaster, 66, sparked concern when he failed to return to his presenting duties alongside Gabriel Agbonlahor after a break during the show on Thursday.

2026-01-23T08:15:04Z

Lille: Giroud furious!

The black streak continues for Lille. After three consecutive defeats in all competitions, LOSC fell...

2026-01-23T07:49:56Z

Irish cyclist Sam Bennett reveals he has undergone heart procedure

Bennett has had a successful surgery to correct atrial fibrillation, a condition which occurs when a person’s heart beats irregularly.

2026-01-22T16:28:16Z

'Coming back to tighthead felt like putting on your old pair of shoes'

Tom O’Toole is determined to be part of an improved Ulster set-piece against Scarlets in the URC this weekend.

2026-01-24T06:05:16Z

Ferrari break up Hamilton pairing after troubled season

Ferrari’s decision to move Lewis Hamilton’s race engineer has sparked renewed scrutiny of his first season in red, with Martin Brundle suggesting the change reflects deeper communication problems that could not be ignored ahead of Formula 1’s 2026 reset.

2026-01-23T08:14:25Z

Fans have field day over plans for Manchester United drama series

Manchester United have reportedly teamed up with production company Lionsgate to create a dramatised television series about the club’s history. According to The Athletic, the project would be a similar concept to The Crown, a Netflix historical drama series that documents the life of the UK’s Queen Elizabeth. Lionsgate has produced major film franchises such […]

2026-01-23T09:21:49Z

Spencer Matthews on his new life as an endurance athlete and how he and Vogue deal with vicious rumours

Spencer Matthews is trying to give me some words of encouragement. At 46, training for my first marathon, he insists I’m ‘in the prime of my life, darling’ — although my poor old joints might have a slightly different interpretation. Still, if anyone is qualified to dish out endurance-related reassurance, it’s Spencer. The former Made […]

2026-01-24T07:30:26Z

Former NFL player is found dead at California homeless encampment

Former NFL player is found dead at California homeless encampment as police launch hunt for his killer - Kevin Johnson, 55, once played for the Philadelphia Eagles and the Oakland Raiders

2026-01-23T15:27:07Z

Jürgen Klopp speaks out about a possible move to Real Madrid

Álvaro Arbeloa has been chosen to try to change Real Madrid’s trajectory after Xabi Alonso’s...

2026-01-23T07:49:55Z

Extent of Jack Grealish's injury is revealed in major blow to Everton - with fears season is over

DOMINIC KING: The 30-year-old has been to see a specialist this week, having reported for treatment at Finch Farm on Monday for what was assumed to be a calf problem.

2026-01-23T23:00:05Z

The Edogbo brothers: Everything you need to know about Munster’s newest stars

It’s fair to say there aren’t many families who would’ve had as good a week as Cork’s Edogbo family would’ve had. Firstly, Edwin Edogbo scored two tries at Thomond Park and got called up by Andy Farrell for Ireland’s Six Nations squad for the first time and could be in line to make his International […]

2026-01-22T21:29:19Z

Thierry Henry and Tony Parker on the NBA red carpet in London

Under the London spotlights, the NBA red carpet was transformed into a gala evening. For the exceptional match-up between the Memphis Grizzlies and the Orlando Magic, two French sports legends drew all eyes: Thierry Henry and Tony Parker. Icons of football and basketball respectively, they embodied the bridge between disciplines and cultures, symbolizing the NBA’s […]

2026-01-22T14:42:45Z

World Cup ticket prices set to spiral as FIFA chief admits no control over resale platforms

In the lead up to the World Cup, ticket prices for the competition - set to take place across the United States, Mexico and Canada - has been a major concern among fans.

2026-01-23T22:30:04Z

Revealed: What Josh Allen thinks about Sean McDermott's firing and erratic Bills owner Terry Pegula

The Bills owner went on the attack on Wednesday in an erratic press conference explaining why he fired Sean McDermott that appears to have only created more chaos.

2026-01-22T15:00:10Z

Why Michael Carrick is backing Kobbie Mainoo to get his Man United career back on track

United are understood to have re-opened talks with Mainoo's representatives nearly a year after the issue was put on hold under Ruben Amorim.

2026-01-23T15:00:06Z

Henry draws a line as Carragher reignites AFCON refereeing storm

A chaotic Africa Cup of Nations final has reopened long running tensions around refereeing standards, media narratives, and who gets to define African football, with Thierry Henry firmly rejecting a suggestion from Jamie Carragher that sparked fresh backlash.

2026-01-22T11:14:25Z

Cristiano Ronaldo: The end is taking shape

The end may be approaching for Cristiano Ronaldo. According to journalist Ben Jacobs, the Portuguese...

2026-01-23T07:34:54Z

Drink driver who left footballer needing his leg amputated is jailed for two years

Anna Malgorzata Bogusiewicz, 45, was charged with causing serious injury by dangerous driving, and drink driving after she crashed into Jordan Chiedozie, 31.

2026-01-23T18:16:59Z

Arne Slot gives 'uneasy' verdict over dropping Salah again

Arne Slot gives ‘uneasy’ verdict over dropping Mohamed Salah again - Slot gave Salah his first start since being dropped at the end of November for Wednesday’s Champions League win in Marseille

2026-01-23T22:41:46Z

De Minaur put on the spot over wedding plans after Aussie Open win as Boulter beams in stands

Alex de Minaur has stormed into the fourth round of the Australian Open for the fifth consecutive year with a huge win over Frances Tiafoe and fiancée Katie Boulter cheering him on

2026-01-23T22:00:05Z

Some ugly player ratings for Munster after comeback win in the rain over Dragons

After a shocking first-half display, Munster fought back to complete a 22-20 comeback win at Virgin Media Park in Cork. It was yet another grim first half for the Red Army as in the wet and windy conditions in Cork, it was the visitors who mastered the conditions, running out to a 13-0 lead, which […]

2026-01-23T22:29:19Z

The transfer targets who could form Man United's new-look midfield and the kids who could step up

With Casemiro leaving after four years, a growing expectation that Manuel Ugarte will depart and question marks over Bruno Fernandes' future, a major midfield overhaul is in the offing for the summer.

2026-01-24T11:00:08Z

France's Thibaud Flament to miss Ireland clash for wife's fertility treatment

The Toulouse forward was initially selected in Fabien Galthie’s 42-player squad.

2026-01-23T11:05:14Z

There’s a growing push for Cork split from Munster rugby after latest failure

It’s amazing how a shocking loss can focus minds. We have been talking here for years about how the faction fighting between Cork and Limerick has been ripping at the core of Munster Rugby, but it took the province being dumped into the Challenge Cup by Castres last weekend for the issue to become a […]

2026-01-22T20:44:18Z

Travis Kelce mysteriously pulls out of NFL's Pro Bowl on Super Bowl week citing 'injury'

On Friday afternoon, the Buffalo Bills confirmed that their own tight end Dalton Kincaid had been called up for the Pro Bowl as a replacement for Kelce.

2026-01-23T21:59:59Z