Sport Rugby World Cup: Why following the Irish feeder system is paying off for Tier 2 nationsThe countries that have shown progress at this World Cup,or in the build-up to it, share a common thread, while Japan and USA have seen a slide in fortunes
The Profile Bundee Aki: Ireland’s man of the momentThe Connacht centre is playing the rugby of his life as Ireland prepare to take on Scotland in the Rugby World Cup
Sport History in their sights – rowers aim for back-to-back Olympic titles Fintan McCarthy is taking a well-earned rest after his third world title, but he and Paul O’Donovan are aiming to go again in Paris next year
Sport Increasing youth participation necessary for sports brand growth Canterbury’s parent company says rugby faces competition from other games but if they get kids playing, it creates opportunities for them to support their teams
Sport Rugby World Cup gaffes bode badly for French OlympicsCrammed trams and beverage shortages at venues last week left fans frustrated and organisers on the back foot
Sport Adeleke leads the field of new global-level Irish athletic talentThe 20-year-old Tallaght woman heads a promising group that includes multiple medal contenders at major world championships for years to come
Sport Virgin Media to test commercial viability of League of Ireland broadcasts next monthThe second batch of three live games by the broadcaster are being used to examine viewer interest in the league
Media RTÉ and Virgin Media to divvy up Rugby World Cup coverage as broadcast schedule announcedBroadcasters will split coverage of Ireland’s group games and share coverage of the final
Sport Loss of Ntamack means one fewer star in thin firmament of Rugby World CupThe injured French out-half was an instantly recognisable, overwhelmingly admired player in a game that desperately needs them
Sport Rugby risks creating too much of a good thing with extra tournamentPundits react to the introduction of a biennial competition, beginning in 2026, that pits the Six Nations sides against the best southern hemisphere teams
Sport GAAGO needs to learn a lesson and change its game planRecently the service has generated anger among GAA fans, raised questions over pricing and access and attracted the attention of the competition watchdog. Where to next?
Sport History beckons as Limerick hurlers prepare for Kilkenny clashThe Liam McCarthy Cup is on the line as Limerick aim to become the third side ever to win four All Irelands in a row
Sport Life in the old dog: Greyhound industry fighting back as interest wanesThe sport’s pivot towards industry meetings and a focus on betting companies may see it survive longer than expected – even if numbers visiting the track keep declining
Sport European clubs call offside as Saudi money inflates transfer merry-go-roundChelsea have managed to comply with financial fair play rules by offloading players to the Middle East – but not everyone is happy with the result
Sport All-Ireland semi-final: A tale of two defences as champions Kerry take on DerryBreaking down the Ulster titleholders’ defence may seem like a Gordian Knot, but the Kingdom won’t simply rely on their ability to cut through it in Croke Park battle
Sport GAA will revisit GAAGo pricing and finally reveals viewing figuresThe service had 1.3 million views across 42 games this year and is expected to generate revenue of €4 million in 2023
Sport EY agrees three year deal to sponsor Ireland hockey teamsConsultancy business will be a secondary sponsor after Softco, the long-running main sponsor of the national sides
Sport The booming business of being Man City striker Erling HaalandThe Champions League final will give the young Norwegian star a chance to further boost his already lucrative endorsement deals
GOLF Feature: Golf’s thorniest grudge match threatens the game’s old orderGreg Norman tried and failed to beat the biggest name in professional golf nearly 30 years ago
