Irish-qualified Piers O'Connor joins Connacht from Bristol
Connacht have confirmed the signing of Irish-qualified utility back Piers O'Connor from Bristol Bears.
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Punchestown Festival: Slade Steel and Mystical Power poised for rematch
Cheltenham Festival one-two Slade Steel and Mystical Power will renew their rivalry in the KPMG Champion Novice Hurdle at Punchestown.
Sinead Farrelly ends Republic of Ireland career after just eight caps
Republic of Ireland international Sinead Farrelly has announced a surprise retirement after just a year with the side. The US-born midfielder made her debut in April 2023 and played in eight games overall, including all three of Ireland's Group B games at the 2023 World Cup and in three Nations League fixtures. Farrelly is currently playing with NJ/NY Gotham in the NWSL but has called time on her international career without giving a reason for the early departure.
Derry kicker Jude McAtamney signs for New York Giants
Former Derry Under-20 footballer Jude McAtamney has joined the NFL's New York Giants as an undrafted free agent.
Garry Ringrose and Jimmy O'Brien good to go but Hugo Keenan a doubt for Leinster against Northampton
Leinster will have Garry Ringrose and Jimmy O'Brien available for selection for Saturday’s Investec Champions Cup semi-final against Northampton, but Hugo Keenan is still being assessed for a hip injury.
Ronnie O'Sullivan dismisses Ryan Day to reach quarter-finals in Sheffield
Ronnie O'Sullivan’s bid to claim a record eighth Crucible crown remains firmly on track after he beat Ryan Day 13-7 to reach the World Championship quarter-finals.
James Roe revels in first podium finish of Indy NXT season
James Roe hailed a "great race" after picking up his first podium finish of the 2024 Indy NXT season at the Grand Prix of Alabama on Sunday.
Vunipola apologises after receiving fine for resisting Spanish police
England forward Billy Vunipola has "unreservedly" apologised after being fined for resisting the law on the Spanish island of Majorca.