Ryan Baird, combative and inventive, was a ray of light on a gloomy day for Ireland
Leinster man delivered on years of promise in Soldier Field loss to New Zealand
Stuart McCloskey left Soldier Field with reputation enhanced despite injury frustrations
It was just like watching Ireland of long ago as Andy Farrell’s men crumbled late on
Absurde bids to complete stunning international double for Willie Mullins in Melbourne Cup
Ballygunner keep up dominance over Limerick sides as strong finish sees off Na Piarsaigh
Summerhill tighten up after the break to see off Killoe in Leinster opener
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GAELIC GAMES
Summerhill tighten up after the break to see off Killoe in Leinster opener
Meath champions concede just five points after the break as they pull away to nine-point win over Longford side
Galway SHC final: Darren Shaughnessy’s late goal helps Loughrea retain title
Conor Cooney’s late haul of 1-1 from frees wasn’t enough as St Thomas’ lose by a point
Roscommon SFC final replay: Conor Carroll the hero as St Brigid’s secure 19th title
Goalkeeper made three outstanding saves to keep out Pádraig Pearses at Dr Hyde Park
GAA previews: Provinces swing into action with Ballygunner’s trip to Limerick the highlight
Ballygunner and Na Piarsaigh renew rivalry of regrets
Kieran Cunningham, Cliona Foley among those awarded in GAA’s MacNamee awards
‘They haven’t listened to us’: Dublin’s David Byrne renews call for GAA to end Allianz deal
RUGBY
Stuart McCloskey left Soldier Field with reputation enhanced despite injury frustrations
Ulster man repaid boss’s faith after being picked to start against All Blacks ahead of Lions pair
‘Zero excuses from here’: Farrell seeks Ireland response to bruising All Blacks defeat
With three more tough Tests to come this month, Andy Farrell says: ‘If we can’t stand up to that challenge, then we shouldn’t be here’
TV lads’ verdict on Ireland’s performance against the All Blacks? Not very well done
Andrew Trimble’s optimism led him to make a high-stakes commitment
Clayton McMillan believes win over Argentina XV will help grow Munster depth
Five things we learned from Ireland’s 26-13 defeat to New Zealand
James Lowe feels pain of opportunity that slipped away but promises Ireland will bounce back
‘What are you doing on the field, mate?’ – how New Zealand’s media reacted to win and red card
SOCCER
Johnny Kenny on target as Celtic see off 10-man Rangers to make League Cup final
Martin O’Neill’s side needed extra-time to see off great rivals at Hampden Park
Alan Reynolds hits back at ‘ridiculous’ Bohemians fans after taking step closer to Europe
Elsewhere, St Pat’s boss Stephen Kenny has a long winter ahead following underwhelming season
Vítor Pereira sacked by Wolves after bleak 10-game winless run
Wolves lie bottom of the Premier League with two points from 10 games
Premier League round-up: Arsenal go seven points clear at top of the table
Bohemians capitalise as Shelbourne deny St Patrick’s Athletic at Tolka Park
Would Celtic gamble on Martin O’Neill if fan idol can bring Old Firm success?
League of Ireland previews: Shelbourne play St Pat’s Athletic with European football in sight
GOLF
Tom McKibbin leads Hong Kong Open by two shots
Winner gets an invite to the Masters and Open Championship next year
Tom McKibbin shoots a course record 60 at Hong Kong Open with Masters place up for grabs
Winner of tournament also gets exemption to the Open Championship next year
Jack Nicklaus wins $50m verdict in defamation case against his former company
Jury rules golfing great was defamed by former company after false claims tied him to $750m LIV Golf offer
RACING
Breeders’ Cup: Aidan O’Brien makes history as son Donncha gets a first winner
Gstaad eased to victory under Christophe Soumillon while daring ride from Oisín Murphy secured win for Balantina in Juvenile Fillies Turf
Codes collide for rare clash of Aidan O’Brien and Willie Mullins in Breeders’ Cup feature
Christophe Soumillon has been busy shrinking his frame for ride on Turf favourite Minnie Hauk
Melbourne Cup: Pre-race veterinary checks could impact Irish hopes of success
Absurde and Goodie Two Shoes facing critical re-examinations to see if they can run
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Ava Crean’s Dublin Marathon run puts her in same conversation as Irish women’s athletics stars
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