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GAELIC GAMES
Hurling to trial new rules which include prohibiting consecutive handpasses
Two points awarded for converted sideline puck, 65s taken from inside the team’s own half of the field among rules proposed
Mary McAleese’s scathing criticism of GAA leadership is highly damaging
Former president’s fiery resignation leaves GAA roadmap to integration in tatters
GAA management committee ‘lacking in vision’, says Mary McAleese after stepping down as integration chair
Former president of Ireland criticises lack of leadership at top level of the GAA
RUGBY
Ulster turn to new recruits and youthful energy in push to end trophy drought
Silverware a realistic goal, but Richie Murphy may have to get by without his Ireland contingent more often than he would like
Scrumhalf Fintan Gunne ready to fill the void left by Luke McGrath at Leinster
Following McGrath’s departure, this season represents a ‘huge opportunity’ for the 23-year-old
Premier Sport confident of securing new deal to exclusively show Champions Cup
‘Vast majority accept they aren’t going to get everything for free’: Ryle Nugent on changing attitudes to TV sports coverage
Felipe Contepomi should be next Leinster head coach, says Ian Madigan
Tackling the elephant in the room: Can Sam Prendergast build a robust case for his defence?
South Africa go 2-1 up on New Zealand after another ferocious clash in Johannesburg
‘It’s only starting’: Richie Murphy committed to driving Ulster on to new level
SOCCER
Troy Parrott scores winner on Champions League debut as Real Betis sink Lille
Dubliner bags the winner for Spanish side in 3-2 away victory
Joey O’Brien to link up with Republic of Ireland under-17s for pre-World Cup camp
Former Shels boss ‘brings unbelievable experience’, says Ireland lead coach John Cotter
Séamus Coleman ‘was done’ with football until chat with Heimir Hallgrímsson
Republic of Ireland manager ‘planted a seed’ with the defender for Euro 2028
Liverpool agree record £60m-a-year shirt sponsorship deal with Turkish Airlines
Kenny Cunningham: ‘It would be a good thing to see the Israeli team come on to the pitch in Dublin’
Arsenal dominate after Chelsea’s early goal to lay down marker for the season ahead
Abbie Larkin helps Palace get off to a winning start on slow weekend for Irish players in WSL
GOLF
Joaquin Niemann defies windy Doonbeg with ‘sexy’ golf to lead Irish Open
Chilean embraces difficult conditions in Co Clare, while Harrington opens with 71
Irish Open at Doonbeg: What are the tee times? What TV channel is it on? Is Donald Trump going to be there?
Everything you need to know about the DP World Tour event in Co Clare
Rory McIlroy says Donald Trump’s presence at Irish Open ‘can only be a good thing’
US president’s visit makes ‘tournament a truly international event and brings more attention and eyeballs’
RACING
Najidi Storm earns unwelcome tag of shortest-priced loser in British racing history
Favourite beaten at odds of 1-33 at Goodwood
Bumper Group One weekend could see Aidan O’Brien regain top-flight momentum
Christmas Day tops betting for Doncaster St Leger dominated by Aidan and Joseph O’Brien
Leopardstown boss hopeful of good ground and a big crowd at Champions Festival
Going could decide the opposition Constitution River faces in the Champion Stakes
MORE SPORT
New chair to be appointed to Gaelic integration group next month
Mary McAleese’s replacement to expected to be confirmed on October 5th
Elena Rybakina claims world No 1 spot in reaching US Open semi-finals
Coco Gauff survives slow start to beat Mirra Andreeva
Ben Shelton stuns defending champion Carlos Alcaraz in 3.33am US Open finish
American beat Spain star in five sets to reach semi-finals at Flushing Meadows
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