Brian O’Driscoll receives a standing ovation as he leaves the pitch at the Aviva Stadium for the last time as an Ireland player. Photograph: Billy Stickland/Inpho Brian O’Driscoll given fitting send-off by Ireland

Ireland mark O’Driscoll’s last Test match in Dublin with convincing victory over Italy

O’Driscoll bids fans an emotional farewell Brian O’Driscoll leaves the pitch after his his last home game for Ireland. Photograph: Niall Carson/PA Wire.

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Gaelic Games

Dublin have plenty to spare against Kildare

Dublin have plenty to spare against Kildare Injury to Ciaran Kilkenny the only downside of league victory at Croke Park

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Rugby

Ireland women run in five tries in Italian shutout

Ireland women run in five tries in Italian shutout Historic win at Aviva Stadium keeps championship hopes alive

Late penalty helps France break Scottish hearts at Murrayfield

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Racing

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Soccer

Chelsea go seven points clear after second-half rout of Spurs

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Golf

On His Own added to Gold Cup field

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Brian O'Driscoll is seen on scarves being sold outside of the stadium prior to the match. Photograph: Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images Ireland 46 Italy 7
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Brian O'Driscoll on Irish fans and championship hopes.
Brian O'Driscoll on Irish fans and championship hopes
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Brian O'Driscoll is cheered off the pitch as he plays his last home game for Ireland at the AVIVA stadium
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