Ireland No 2 Tom Elmes talks up wing-back evolution
Republic of Ireland assistant manager Tom Elmes is hoping a wing-back evolution can help the Girls in Green shock Australia in Thursday's World Cup opener in Sydney.
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Ruesha Littlejohn ready to 'ride the waves' in Sydney showdown
Ruesha Littlejohn says the Republic of Ireland are tough enough to "ride the waves" in Sydney as they prepare to enter a World Cup cauldron.
Former champion Wright eases into World Matchplay second round
Former champion Peter Wright coasted into the second round of the Betfred World Matchplay with a 10-4 win over Andrew Gilding at the Winter Gardens in Blackpool.
From off-Broadway to centre stage for 'phenomonal' Cormac Costello
From being an option held in reserve during Dublin's all-conquering run, Cormac Costello has assumed the mantle as the team’s most important forward this season, according to Lee Keegan.
Pre-season performances could decide Folarin Balogun's Arsenal future
Mikel Arteta wants to take a closer look at Folarin Balogun during Arsenal's pre-season before deciding on the talented striker’s future.
Marcus Rashford poised to pen new Manchester United deal
Marcus Rashford is set to sign a new five-year deal at Manchester United.
Pogacar understands Tour de France scepticism
Slovenian Tadej Pogacar echoed rival Jonas Vingegaard in saying he understood scepticism about outstanding performances on the Tour de France in a sport that has been marred by doping scandals in the past.
Mayo scar tissue may have shaped Kerry approach - Fitzmaurice
It's almost two months since Mayo left Killarney with an emphatic championship win, but that performance may have had a lasting effect on the Kingdom as they now gear up for an All-Ireland showdown with Dublin.