Sir, – Keith Duggan speaks for all Donegal GAA fans in his reasoned and balanced piece (“No class in RTÉ Establishment’s crass attack”, Sports Weekend, September 3rd). I was lucky enough to be in Croke Park, along with more than a quarter of the county’s population, to watch Donegal play Dublin. Those who watched at home, “up there” in Donegal, would most likely have tuned into the BBC coverage, far superior in terms of balanced commentary, and reflecting the passion felt by ordinary county supporters.
Donegal played with heart and commitment, and while it was not a classic game, the team made us feel proud. Donegal teams and fans have felt the chill wind of contempt and disrespect from Montrose commentators long before this season. Keith Duggan spoke for a whole county. – Yours, etc,