Banbridge make up for Cheltenham absence at Aintree in Novices' Chase
Cheltenham Festival absentee Banbridge struck Grade One gold in the Racehorse Lotto Manifesto Novices' Chase, the opening race of the Grand National meeting at Aintree.
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Dominant win for Constitution Hill in Aintree Hurdle
Constitution Hill put the seal on a flawless campaign with a dominant performance in the William Hill Aintree Hurdle.
Greg McWilliams rejects accusation that IRFU is a sexist organisation
Ireland Women head coach Greg McWilliams says he doesn't believe the Irish Rugby Football Union is a sexist organisation and has dismissed an article that appeared this morning as containing "historical" issues.
Bayern suspend Mane after Sane altercation
Bayern Munich's Sadio Mane will not be part of the squad for Saturday's Bundesliga game against Hoffenheim and has been fined over a row he had with team mate Leroy Sane.
New contract for James Lowe at Leinster
James Lowe is the the latest Ireland international to agree a new contract at Leinster this week, with the wing committing his future to the province.
New organisation, World Boxing, established to challenge IBA
A new international governing body has been established in amateur boxing in response to ongoing issues within the International Boxing Association (IBA).
Adam Byrne and Conor Fitzgerald among departing Connacht players
Adam Byrne and Conor Fitzgerald are among the eight players who will depart Connacht at the end of the season.
Shishkin reels in Ahoy Senor to land Aintree Bowl
The King George VI Chase and the Cheltenham Gold Cup could be among Shishkin's targets next season after the top-class chaser kicked in the turbo to secure the Alder Hey Aintree Bowl.