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Jo-Wilfried Tsonga ends tennis career with emotional French Open farewell
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  • Tumaini Carayol
  • May 24, 2022, 20:33

37-year-old French star loses to No 8 seed Casper Ruud in his final singles match

Gennady Golovkin lands a blow on Canelo Álvarez during their WBC-WBA middleweight title fight at the T-Mobile Arena, Las Vegas, Nevada, in 2018. File photograph: Al Bello/Getty Images Álvarez and Golovkin ready to rumble on September 17th
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  • May 24, 2022, 19:27

Compelling super middleweight rivalry to ‘be most thrilling fight between great champions’

Czech rider Jan Hirt wins the 16th stage of the Giro d’Italia from Salo to Aprica. Photograph: Maurizio Brambatti/EPA Jan Hirt claims first Grand Tour stage win after gruelling Giro mountain stage
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  • May 24, 2022, 18:01

Race leader Richard Carapaz sees advantage cut to just three seconds

Czech rider Jan Hirt wins the 16th stage of the Giro d’Italia from Salo to Aprica. Photograph: Maurizio Brambatti/EPA Boston Celtics bury Miami Heat early to level series 2-2
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  • May 24, 2022, 09:30

Jayson Tatum came out firing, scoring 31 points in Eastern Conference finals

Serbia’s Novak Djokovic at Roland Garros. Photograph: Adam Pretty/AFP via Getty Djokovic progresses at French Open as he backs ATP stance on Wimbledon
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  • Tumaini Carayol
  • May 24, 2022, 07:33

Rafael Nadal sinks Jordan Thompson to launch bid for 14th title at Roland Garros

Basketball Ireland CEO John Feehan: “Our stance was supported by the Irish government, Sport Ireland and the Basketball Ireland Board.” Photograph: Inpho Basketball Ireland welcomes decision on Russia and Belarus withdrawals
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  • May 23, 2022, 19:01

Ireland’s senior women were scheduled to face Belarus away on November 24th

Basketball Ireland CEO John Feehan: “Our stance was supported by the Irish government, Sport Ireland and the Basketball Ireland Board.” Photograph: Inpho Rás Tailteann welcomes return of title sponsor
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  • Shane Stokes
  • May 23, 2022, 18:34

Race will begin in Dublin on June 15th and conclude on June 19th in Blackrock, Co Louth

Naomi Osaka of Japan reacts after losing against Amanda Anisimova at Roland Garros. Photograph: Ryan Pierse/Getty Osaka may skip Wimbledon after WTA’s decision to remove ranking points
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  • Tumaini Carayol
  • May 23, 2022, 16:51

Japanese star likens event to exhibition after decision amid ban on Russian and Belarusian players

Amanda Anisimova beat Naomi Osaka in the first round. Photograph: Shi Tang/Getty Images Naomi Osaka knocked out in French Open first round by Anisimova
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  • May 23, 2022, 14:08

Four time Grand Slam winner knocked out by 27th seed American in straight sets

Amanda Anisimova beat Naomi Osaka in the first round. Photograph: Shi Tang/Getty Images Pereira implosion sees Thomas swoop; Guardiola avoids more heartbreak
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  • Nathan Johns
  • May 23, 2022, 08:37

The Morning Sports Briefing: Keep ahead of the game with ‘The Irish Times’ sports team

Winning poster in the sixth class category of the Something Fishy competition by Madelena Duggan from Ardfield National School in Clonakilty, Co Cork Young artists from Cork and Dublin win sustainability poster competition
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  • Derek Evans
  • May 23, 2022, 01:24

Angling notes: Ladies fly-fishing team to compete in international competition; feeder championships in Belgium

Team Trek’s Italian rider Giulio Ciccone after crossing the finish line to win the 15th stage of the Giro d’Italia. Photograph: Marco Alpozzi/ pool/AFP Giro d’Italia: Ciccone climbs to stage win as leader Carapaz shakes off crash
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  • May 22, 2022, 22:19

Carapaz was helped through three long climbs by his Ineos Grenadiers team after falling from his bike during a mass crash

Team Trek’s Italian rider Giulio Ciccone after crossing the finish line to win the 15th stage of the Giro d’Italia. Photograph: Marco Alpozzi/ pool/AFP Dominic Thiem and Ons Jabeur slip to first-round defeats in French Open
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  • Tumaini Carayol
  • May 22, 2022, 21:42

Teenage sensation Carlos Alcaraz steamrolled past Argentin Juan Ignacio Londero

Race winner Max Verstappen celebrates on the podium during the Spanish Grand Prix at Circuit de Catalunya in Barcelona. Photograph: Clive Mason/Getty Images Max Verstappen wins dramatic Spanish Grand Prix after Charles Leclerc retires
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  • Giles Richards
  • May 22, 2022, 19:29

Red Bull driver finishes a place ahead of team-mate Pérez as Hamilton battles to fifth

Monaco’s Charles Leclerc driving the Ferrari F1-75 during qualifying doe the Spanish Grand Prix at Circuit de Catalunya in Barcelona. Photograph: Clive Mason/Getty Images Lewis Hamilton admits ‘I’m struggling with the car’ after qualifying sixth in Spain
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  • May 21, 2022, 18:14

Charles Leclerc recovers from spin to clinch Spanish Grand Prix pole

Monaco’s Charles Leclerc driving the Ferrari F1-75 during qualifying doe the Spanish Grand Prix at Circuit de Catalunya in Barcelona. Photograph: Clive Mason/Getty Images Yates wins Giro d’Italia stage 14 as Carapaz takes maglia rosa
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  • May 21, 2022, 17:08

British rider attacked from a group of four with four kilometres left

Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson of the Golden State Warriors. Photograph: Harry How/Getty Stephen Curry leads Warriors to beat Mavericks and take 2-0 series lead
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  • May 21, 2022, 12:10

Doncic scored 42 points for Dallas but not enough in NBA Western Conference finals

Japan’s Naomi Osaka: on court her form has been turbulent, losing her composure after being heckled at Indian Wells in March, then responding by reaching the final at the Miami Open a few weeks later. Photograph: Clive Brunskill/Getty Images Osaka says when she arrived back for French Open she was ‘very worried’
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  • Tumaini Carayol
  • May 21, 2022, 08:00

The Japanese tennis star has spoken of her determination to find joy in her game and profession again

Japan’s Naomi Osaka: on court her form has been turbulent, losing her composure after being heckled at Indian Wells in March, then responding by reaching the final at the Miami Open a few weeks later. Photograph: Clive Brunskill/Getty Images ATP punish Wimbledon for ban on Russian and Belarusian players
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  • Tumaini Carayol
  • May 20, 2022, 20:39

Decision marks most significant split among the tennis governing bodies in a long time

Ireland’s Amy Broadhurst with her gold medal at the Women’s World Boxing Championships in Turkey. Photograph: Aleksandar Djorovic/Inpho Prize money a major boost for Amy Broadhurst and Lisa O’Rourke
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  • Johnny Watterson
  • May 20, 2022, 18:08

O’Rourke must decide how county football with Roscommon fits into boxing career

Defending champion Novak Djokovic during the draw for the 2022 French Open. Photograph: Michel Euler/AP French Open: Djokovic and Nadal on course to meet in quarter-finals
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  • May 19, 2022, 20:35

Draw: The pair have won 15 of the last 17 titles at Roland Garros between them

Defending champion Novak Djokovic during the draw for the 2022 French Open. Photograph: Michel Euler/AP World champions: Amy Broadhurst and Lisa O’Rourke win gold medals
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  • Johnny Watterson
  • May 19, 2022, 18:04

Irish fighters both win their finals bouts at boxing World Championships in Turkey

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Ireland’s Amy Broadhurst in action against Parveen Hooda in the women’s light welterweight semi-final. Photograph: Aleksandar Djorovic/Inpho Lisa O’Rourke and Amy Broadhurst on brink of becoming world champions
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  • Johnny Watterson
  • May 19, 2022, 06:00

Irish boxing duo both win their semi-final bouts at World Championships

Three new Irish senior records were set this past weekend. Photograph: Bryan Keane/Inpho Sonia O’Sullivan: Irish athletes succeeding despite worst efforts of Athletics Ireland
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  • Sonia O'Sullivan
  • May 19, 2022, 06:00

Essential coaches need to be considered when it comes to how the funds are dispersed

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Three new Irish senior records were set this past weekend. Photograph: Bryan Keane/Inpho Formula One opt against replacing cancelled Russian Grand Prix
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  • May 18, 2022, 17:58

The current season is now reduced from 23 races to 22 after Russian contract cancelled

Team DSM’s Italian rider Alberto Dainese celebrates on the podium after winning the 11th stage of the Giro d’Italia. Photograph: Getty Images Alberto Dainese delivers first home victory of this year’s Giro d’Italia
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  • May 18, 2022, 17:26

Juan Pedro Lopez retains the leader’s pink jersey as the race passes halfway mark

Lisa O’Rourke celebrates her women’s boxing World Championships semi-final win over Sema Caliskan. Photograph: Aleksandar Djorovic/Inpho History made as Amy Broadhurst and Lisa O’Rourke both reach World finals
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  • Johnny Watterson
  • May 18, 2022, 15:19

Irish duo won their semi-final bouts at the women’s boxing World Championships

Lisa O’Rourke celebrates her women’s boxing World Championships semi-final win over Sema Caliskan. Photograph: Aleksandar Djorovic/Inpho Russian gymnast Ivan Kuliak banned for one year for wearing pro-war symbol
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  • May 18, 2022, 14:33

The 20-year-old wore the letter ‘Z’ supporting Russia’s invasion of Ukraine

Amid concerns for Peng Shuai’s safety, the WTA has confirmed that it will be hosting no events in China this year. Photograph: Fred Lee/Getty Images No resolution to Peng Shuai standoff with no Chinese tournaments in WTA schedule
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  • May 17, 2022, 07:51

Governing body has said that it will not return to China this year due to Shuai concerns

Johnny Sexton and Ronan O’Gara continue their rivalry on May 28th. Photograph: Lorraine O’Sullivan/Inpho Sexton and O’Gara meet again: GPA expenses dispute resolved
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  • Nathan Johns
  • May 17, 2022, 07:26

The Morning Sports Briefing: Keep ahead of the game with ‘The Irish Times’ sports team

Johnny Sexton and Ronan O’Gara continue their rivalry on May 28th. Photograph: Lorraine O’Sullivan/Inpho Amy Broadhurst and Lisa O’Rourke secure at least bronze medals
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  • Johnny Watterson
  • May 16, 2022, 18:05

Irish boxers make it through to the semi-final stage of the World Championships

An independent report recommended that the IABA adopt a new structure that would include a 12-member board of directors to oversee its running. Half of the board would be independent. Photograph: Brian Reilly-Troy/Inpho Unsigned document criticising Bernard Dunne ‘a disgrace’
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  • Johnny Watterson
  • May 16, 2022, 16:03

Minister for Sport threatens IABA with ‘immediate and severe financial sanctions’

Mia Griffin and Alice Sharpe put in a strong showing in finishing third. Photograph: Bryn Lennon/Getty Images Madison Bronze for Griffin and Sharpe in Track Nations Cup
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  • Shane Stokes
  • May 16, 2022, 12:29

Duo amass 29 points to earn a podium spot alongside one-two finishers Italy and Australia

Mia Griffin and Alice Sharpe put in a strong showing in finishing third. Photograph: Bryn Lennon/Getty Images Records continue to tumble as Adeleke sets new 400m mark
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  • Ian O'Riordan
  • May 16, 2022, 11:37

Rising teenage sprint star clocks 50.70 in Big 12 Championships for Texas University

Darren Sweeney (17), winner of Munster youth river championship on the River Anner, with dad Tom (Swanky), winner of Munster lake championships on Lough Lein, co-hosted by Trout Angling Federation of Ireland (Tafi) and Irish Trout Fly Fishing Association (Itffa) Fly-fishing father and son flying the flag for Munster
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  • Derek Evans
  • May 16, 2022, 11:15

Angling Notes: Thomas Sweeney and his son Darren have won in separate championships

Laura Robson has announced her retirement from Tennis. Photograph: Ben Hoskins/Getty Images for LTA Former British number one Laura Robson announces retirement
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  • May 16, 2022, 09:32

Robson thrust into public spotlight after winning the Wimbledon girls’ title aged 14

Laura Robson has announced her retirement from Tennis. Photograph: Ben Hoskins/Getty Images for LTA Toulouse handed a rare lesson; Wimbledon ban hands Putin the propaganda war
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  • Nathan Johns
  • May 16, 2022, 07:36

The Morning Sports Briefing: Keep ahead of the game with ‘The Irish Times’ sports team

Wimbledon: decided to ban Russian and Belarusian tennis players. Photograph: Joe Toth/ AFP 6:17 Brian O’Connor: Wimbledon hands Putin propaganda victory
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  • Brian O'Connor
  • May 16, 2022, 06:00

Doubling down on individual rights and freedoms is best policy in the face of fascists

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Scotland’s Andy Murray during the Madrid Open earlier this month. Photograph: Denis Doyle/Getty Images Andy Murray withdraws from French Open to focus on Wimbledon
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  • May 15, 2022, 18:44

He produced some of his best form since hip surgery to reach the third round in Madrid

Scotland’s Andy Murray during the Madrid Open earlier this month. Photograph: Denis Doyle/Getty Images Eddie Dunbar wins Tour de Hongrie for second professional win
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  • Shane Stokes
  • May 15, 2022, 18:42

Corkman attacked with two kilometres remaining in final stage to seal victory

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Louise Shanahan. Photograph: Bryan Keane/Inpho Louise Shanahan takes Mageean’s 800m Irish record in stunning run
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  • Ian O'Riordan
  • May 15, 2022, 17:46

Cork athlete became only the second woman to break the two-minute barrier

Dublin’s Paddy Smyth and TJ Reid of Kilkenny. Photograph: Laszlo Geczo/Inpho Cody hails Kilkenny intensity as they overwhelm Dublin
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  • Paul Keane
  • May 15, 2022, 17:31

Intensity of the Cats too much for the Dubs in comfortable win

Dublin’s Paddy Smyth and TJ Reid of Kilkenny. Photograph: Laszlo Geczo/Inpho Former Australia cricketer Andrew Symonds dies in car crash
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  • May 15, 2022, 12:47

Symonds won two World Cups for the Aussies in a storied career

Belgian rider Thomas De Gendt celebrates after he crossed the finish line to win the eighth stage of the Giro d’Italia. Photograph: Getty Images Thomas De Gendt wins stage eight of the Giro d’Italia
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  • May 14, 2022, 18:04

Juan Pedro Lopez held on to pink going into Sunday’s stage on Blockhaus

Louise Shanahan of the Leevale AC club is studying quantum physics at Cambridge University. Photograph: Dan Sheridan/Inpho Louise Shanahan breaks Irish 800m record and two-minute barrier
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  • Ian O'Riordan
  • May 14, 2022, 16:51

She beat previous record holder Ciara Mageean in the process in Belfast

Louise Shanahan of the Leevale AC club is studying quantum physics at Cambridge University. Photograph: Dan Sheridan/Inpho Ian O’Riordan: What comes next for the world-class Irish athlete?
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  • Ian O'Riordan
  • May 14, 2022, 06:00

No Irish athlete has performed more consistently on the Diamond League circuit in recent years than Thomas Barr

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Brittney Griner, a two-time Olympic gold medalist, was detained at Moscow airport in February after vape cartridges containing oil derived from cannabis were allegedly found in her luggage. Photograph: Alexander Zemlianichenko/AP WNBA star Brittney Griner’s detention in Russia extended by month
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  • May 13, 2022, 21:31

The two-time Olympic gold medalist was arrested in February at Moscow airport

Thomas Barr finishes third in world-class company at Diamond League in Doha
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  • Ian O'Riordan
  • May 13, 2022, 18:31

Irish hurdler runs 49.67 in classy 400m race won by Alison dos Santos

Dunlevy and Kelly dominate Paracycling World Cup time trial
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  • Shane Stokes
  • May 13, 2022, 18:00

They finished a staggering three minutes 54 seconds ahead of British silver medallists

Amir Khan has retired from professional boxing. Photograph: David Becker/Getty Images Amir Khan announces retirement from professional boxing
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  • May 13, 2022, 13:42

2004 Olympic silver medallist releases statement via social media on Friday

Maybe the attitudes towards Munster’s European success need to change. Photograph: Dan Sheridan/Inpho 14 years of pain for Munster to continue; Needless rules in the GAA
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  • Nathan Johns
  • May 13, 2022, 09:38

The Morning Sports Briefing: Keep ahead of the game with ‘The Irish Times’ sports team

Maybe the attitudes towards Munster’s European success need to change. Photograph: Dan Sheridan/Inpho Swiatek recovers from poor start to make quarter-finals of Italian Open
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  • May 12, 2022, 20:25

Djokovic eases to victory over Wawrinka to reach quarter-finals in Rome

Umar Kremlev: Dutch candidate Boris van der Vorst had been due to challenge him for the IBA presidency Rival to amateur boxing’s Russian president barred from standing in IBA election
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  • Sean Ingle
  • May 12, 2022, 19:28

Dutch candidate Boris van der Vorst is part of an alliance of 18 countries which criticised IBA’s reaction to the war in Ukraine

Former New Zealand captain Brendon McCullum is the new coach of England’s Test. Photograph: Getty Images English cricket fans told to ‘buckle up and get ready for the ride’
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  • Simon Burnton
  • May 12, 2022, 19:09

McCullum to form ‘formidable partnership’ with fellow New Zealand native Ben Stokes

Former New Zealand captain Brendon McCullum is the new coach of England’s Test. Photograph: Getty Images Demare edges out Ewan and Cavendish to take victory on stage six of Giro d’Italia
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  • May 12, 2022, 18:24

Frenchman had taken his first Grand Tour stage victory in two years on Wednesday, but had to wait barely 24 hours for a second

Former New Zealand captain Brendon McCullum has been named head coach of the England men’s Test side. Photograph: Hagen Hopkins/Getty Images Brendon McCullum confirmed as new England men’s Test coach
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  • May 12, 2022, 14:10

Kiwi beats out strong competition believed to have included Gary Kirsten and Graham Ford

Rory Arnold is remembered in Ireland for his tackle on Simon Zebo but in Australia he is most known for his remarkable back story. Photograph: Lorraine O’Sullivan / AFP Arnold admits discipline needs to improve after Zebo hit; Ugochukwu makes history
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  • Nathan Johns
  • May 12, 2022, 08:57

The Morning Sports Briefing: Keep ahead of the game with ‘The Irish Times’ sports team

Rory Arnold is remembered in Ireland for his tackle on Simon Zebo but in Australia he is most known for his remarkable back story. Photograph: Lorraine O’Sullivan / AFP Amy Lee and Cork straining every sinew to get back to the top
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  • Nathan Johns
  • May 12, 2022, 06:36

Rebel County aiming for Munster silverware before they commence their All-Ireland bid

Katie Taylor celebrates her victory over Amanda Serrano in their lightweight title fight at Madison Square Garden in New York. Photograph: Gary Carr/Inpho 4:15 Katie Taylor named Irish Times/Sport Ireland Sportswoman for April
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  • Mary Hannigan
  • May 12, 2022, 06:00

Bray boxer retained her lightweight titles in a fight for the ages against Amanda Serrano

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Italy’s Vincenzo Nibali kisses the trophy on the podium after winning the 99th Giro d’Italia in 2016. Photograph: Luk Benies/AFP/Getty Vincenzo Nibali to retire at the end of the season
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  • May 11, 2022, 19:09

Italian one of just seven riders to win the Tour de France, the Giro and the Spanish Vuelta

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Italy’s Vincenzo Nibali kisses the trophy on the podium after winning the 99th Giro d’Italia in 2016. Photograph: Luk Benies/AFP/Getty Brendon McCullum set to be appointed England men’s Test coach
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  • Simon Burnton
  • May 11, 2022, 17:58

Former New Zealand captain believed to have handed in his notice with IPL side

Team Groupama-FDJ’s French rider Arnaud Demare celebrates as he crosses the finish line to win the fifth stage of the Giro d’Italia between Catania and Messina in Sicily. Photograph: Luca Bettini/AFP via Getty Images Demare wins stage five of Giro as tough climb beats Cavendish and Ewan
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  • May 11, 2022, 17:51

Juan Pedro Lopez retains leader’s pink jersey he gained on Mount Etna

Russian Umar Kremlev is president of the International Boxing Association. Photograph: Maksim Konstantinov/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images IOC warns that Olympic boxing remains at risk amid fresh governance worries
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  • Sean Ingle
  • May 11, 2022, 16:25

IOC make intervention just days before Russian president of IBA faces re-election

Russian Umar Kremlev is president of the International Boxing Association. Photograph: Maksim Konstantinov/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images Irish darts player John O’Shea beaten by Michael Smith in first PDC ranking final
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  • May 11, 2022, 11:21

Corkman, nicknamed ‘The Joker’, reached the final of the Players Championship

Emma Raducanu returns the ball to Bianca Andreescu during their match at the Italian Open in Rome. Photograph: andrew Medichinin/AP Disappointing Italian Open debut for Raducanu
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  • Tumaini Carayol
  • May 10, 2022, 21:59

Health issues return to haunt US Open champion as she is forced to retire against Andreescu

Team Bora’s Lennard Kamna celebrates as he crosses the finish line ahead of Team Trek’s Juan Pedro Lopez to win the fourth stage of the Giro d’Italia 2022 between Avola and Etna-Nicolosi, Sicily. Photograph: Luca Bettini/AFP/Getty Kamna claims fourth stage of Giro d’Italia in Sicily
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  • May 10, 2022, 18:05

Juan Pedro Lopez takes over the leader’s pink jersey as Yates slips from second to fourth

Team Bora’s Lennard Kamna celebrates as he crosses the finish line ahead of Team Trek’s Juan Pedro Lopez to win the fourth stage of the Giro d’Italia 2022 between Avola and Etna-Nicolosi, Sicily. Photograph: Luca Bettini/AFP/Getty Former England cricketer Graham Thorpe ‘seriously ill’
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  • Simon Burnton
  • May 10, 2022, 16:42

Batsman and coach in hospital, with prognosis described as unclear

Carlos Alcaraz celebrates during his Madrid Open final victory over Alexander Zverev at the Caja Magica in Madrid. Photograph: Oscar Del Pozp/AFP/Getty Rise of Carlos Alcaraz shows his potential to go right to the top
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  • Tumaini Carayol
  • May 9, 2022, 21:40

Madrid Open success included impressive victories over Nadal and Djokovic

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Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton. Photograph: Darron Cummings/AP Photo ‘We haven’t improved’: Hamilton dispirited as Mercedes off the pace again
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  • Giles Richards
  • May 9, 2022, 11:33

Car a handful to drive and understand as seven-time champion finishes sixth in Miami

Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton. Photograph: Darron Cummings/AP Photo Angling Notes: Two Clare men convicted for illegal salmon fishing
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  • Derek Evans
  • May 9, 2022, 00:06

Welcome return of Irish Game Fair & Fine Food Festival

Red Bull Racing’s Dutch driver Max Verstappen races during the Miami Formula One Grand Prix at the Miami International Autodrome in Miami Gardens, Florida. Photograph: Chandan Khanna/AFP via Getty Images Max Verstappen wins inaugural Miami Grand Prix
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  • May 8, 2022, 22:49

Another forgettable outing for struggling former champion Hamilton

Mark Cavendish of Quick-Step Alpha Vinyl celebrates after winning the third stage of the 105th Giro d’Italia from Kaposvar to Balatonfured, Hungary. Photograph: Tamas Vasvari/EPA Cavendish claims stage three on his return to Giro d’Italia
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  • May 8, 2022, 21:50

Dutch rider Mathieu van der Poel maintains his 11-second lead in general classification

Mark Cavendish of Quick-Step Alpha Vinyl celebrates after winning the third stage of the 105th Giro d’Italia from Kaposvar to Balatonfured, Hungary. Photograph: Tamas Vasvari/EPA Dunlevy and McCrystal get silver in UCI Paracycling World Cup
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  • Shane Stokes
  • May 8, 2022, 13:41

Paralympic champions finish second in women’s tandem road race

Ferrari’s Monegasque driver Charles Leclerc waves to fans after winning the pole position during qualifying for the Miami Formula One Grand Prix. Photograph: Brendan Smialowski/AFP via Getty Leclerc seizes Miami pole in Ferrari front row sweep
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  • May 8, 2022, 12:53

Pole was Monegesque’s third in five races this Formula One season

Dmitry Bivol throws a left at Canelo Alvarez in the fifth round of their WBA light heavyweight title fight. Photograph: Ethan Miller/Getty Dmitry Bivol humbles Canelo Alvarez to retain light heavyweight title
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  • Donald McRae
  • May 8, 2022, 11:50

Stunning victory for Russian boxer in light heavyweight title fight in Las Vegas

Dmitry Bivol throws a left at Canelo Alvarez in the fifth round of their WBA light heavyweight title fight. Photograph: Ethan Miller/Getty 6:00 Ian O’Riordan: Silence of electric cars presents new danger to cyclists
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  • Ian O'Riordan
  • May 7, 2022, 06:00

Cycling engages sixth sense while riding but sound an issue due to new technology

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Lewis Hamilton: ‘If they stop me, so be it, we have a spare driver, so we are ready.’ Photograph: Greg Nash/EPA Hamilton stands his ground in row with FIA over jewellery ban
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  • Giles Richards
  • May 6, 2022, 20:26

Miami Grand Prix setting a benchmark for how the sport wants to go about breaking America

Mathieu Van Der Poel celebrates winning the first stage. Photograph: Stuart Franklin/Getty Images Mathieu van der Poel takes pink jersey with stage one Giro win
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  • May 6, 2022, 17:29

Dutchman follows up taking yellow in early stages of Tour de France with early victory

Mathieu Van Der Poel celebrates winning the first stage. Photograph: Stuart Franklin/Getty Images Former world track champion Martyn Irvine directing Irish U23 team
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  • Shane Stokes
  • May 6, 2022, 15:28

European races to be completed by team as Cycling Ireland announces funding increase

Katie Taylor celebrates her win over Amanda Serrano in New York last weekend. Photograph: Gary Carr/Inpho Lisa Fallon: Only Katie Taylor knows where the top is for her
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  • Lisa Fallon
  • May 6, 2022, 06:00

I was there at Madison Square Garden with two incredible female fighters headlining

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Brittney Griner playing for US in the Olympics Games in 2016. Photograph: Christian Petersen/Getty Brittney Griner could be the last American basketball star in Russia
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  • Jonathan Abrams and Tania Ganguli
  • May 6, 2022, 06:00

US government says player is wrongfully detained in Russia for drug charges

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