Lester Piggott, champion jockey, dies aged 86
Lester Piggott, a jockey whose career haul included nine Derby victories, has died at the age of 86.
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Politicians criticise decision to block McClenaghan from competing at Commonwealth Games
Politicians north and south of the Border have criticised the decision not to let Olympic gymnast Rhys McClenaghan and two other athletes compete in the upcoming Commonwealth Games.
Champions League final gets underway after delay due to chaotic scenes outside stadium
Liverpool’s Champions League final against Real Madrid was delayed amid chaotic scenes outside the Stade de France.
La Rochelle celebrate shock last-gasp Champions Cup final victory over Leinster
Ronan O’Gara conjured up a coaching masterclass to inspire La Rochelle to a last-gasp 24-21 Heineken Champions Cup final victory over four-time champions Leinster at Stade Velodrome, Marseille.
Saturday sports roundup: Leinster denied European Champions Cup victory
Leinster have been denied a record-equalling fifth rugby union European Champions Cup in losing 24-21 to La Rochelle in the final.
Dublin and Kerry stroll into All-Ireland quarter-finals after claiming provincial titles
Dublin and Kerry have walked their way into the All-Ireland quarter-finals after both teams claimed provincial titles on Saturday.