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Comment - Irish rugby players could follow Cora Staunton to Australia to escape IRFU's quest to belittle them 

I've had a sick feeling in the pit of my stomach since the IRFU announced they were downgrading the role of the Irish Women's head coach to a part-time role.

This Himalayan-inspired Highland hideaway is the perfect Scottish safari escape 

It took a week of sulking in traffic to finally cop on... I was nursing a Highland hangover.

Disgraced cyclist Lance Armstrong mocks journalist David Walsh over character reference for Tom Humphries 

Disgraced cyclist Lance Armstrong has mocked one of the journalists responsible to unearthing doping in his sport after he wrote a character reference for a convicted sex abuser.

Rory McIlroy seems to have taken a cheap shot at Roy Keane 

World number six Rory McIlroy has never forgiven Roy Keane for snubbing him when he went looking for an autograph as a starry-eyed child.

Comment - Does anyone really care that Jim Gavin doesn't pander to the media? 

Was Jim Gavin supposed to burst through the doors, spray champagne over the waiting media, whip off his top to reveal navy and sky blue nipple tassels and burst into a Dubliner's classic to delight the entire room?

James McCarthy claims something was thrown at Dean Rock as he took match-winning free 

Dublin midfielder James McCarthy has claimed that an object was thrown at Dean Rock as he kicked the free which handed Dublin three All-Ireland titles in a row.

Five things Mayo must do to hurt Dublin and end 66-year wait for All-Ireland glory 

Dublin have been touted as the greatest team of all-time and Mayo are 3/1 outsiders. The Westerners have found chinks in their armour in the past and tomorrow may be no different.

'I was getting very hard on him on the golf course ' - Rory McIlroy opens up about split from caddie JP Fitzgerald 

World number four Rory McIlroy believes that he and JP Fitzgerald can end their player-caddy relationship with their heads held high and he took the decision to split from him to save their friendship.

Who is JP Fitzgerald? The man who helped Rory McIlroy go from 200 in the world to major champion 

The most successful partnership in the history of Irish golf appears to be coming to an end.

'It's the cold logic of physics' - Joe Brolly on how gifted players are being squashed in gaelic football 

Jamie Clarke's instinctive opportunism and Ronan O'Neill's deft touch for goals last weekend gave us a brief glimpse of something which is becoming rare in the GAA, precious moments of individual skill and ingenuity.

Prediction - How the remainder of the Football Championship will play out... who will be champions? 

Before we begin, this is just a bit of fun, I have no psychic abilities (to my knowledge) and don't stare into fires hoping the future will reveal itself to me.

Comment - Go for win or avoid embarrassment? Kildare proved you can do both against Dublin and exposed weaknesses 

Kildare scored 18 times against the Dubs, kicked 10 wides, dropped efforts short and missed numerous goal chances but ultimately lost.

RTÉ pundit Michael Duignan passionately criticises the GAA's deal with Sky 

Offaly hurling legend Michael Duignan has emotively lambasted the GAA's broadcasting deal with Sky.

Comment - Dublin are right to be seething over being forced to concede home advantage 

Money and spectacle has once again trumped fair play and the spirit of competition in the GAA.

Comment - Jim Gavin's overreaction was a studs-up challenge on Pat Spillane 

Jim Gavin's decision to reopen the debate surrounding Diarmuid Connolly's 12-week ban took many by surprise, but his decision to refer to the coverage of the incident as 'bile' was as big an overreaction as the one that prompted his star player to push linesman Ciarán Branagan.

Test XV unlikely to be affected - Five things we learned from the Lions 34-6 win over the Chiefs 

The Lions were comprehensive 34-6 winners over the Waikato Chiefs in Hamilton this morning. Here's what we gleaned from the game.

Conor McGregor's 'get in, get rich and get out' policy to reach $100m pinnacle against Floyd Mayweather 

UFC lightweight champion Conor McGregor is now 10 weeks from his biggest fight and the biggest payday in the history of Irish sport.

Diarmuid Connolly has 12-week ban for linesman push upheld by the CHC 

The GAA Central Hearings Committee (CHC) has upheld the decision of the Central Competitions Control Committee (CCCC) to impose a 12-week ban on Dublin's Diarmuid Connolly.

Live British and Irish Lions 16 Blues 22 as it happened - The tourists are beaten at Eden Park 

Dominance at the scrum and lineout not enough as the Blues inflicted a 22-16 defeat on Warren Gatland's Lions.

Bray best in U-19 league 

A second-half volley of the highest quality from Cormac Kelly, and a late poacher's finish from John Moorehouse, were the difference as Bray Wanderers saw off a dogged Wexford F.C. by two goals to nil in the SSE Airtricty League Under-19 Elite Southern Division in the Carlisle Grounds.

Live Ireland 3 Uruguay 1 as it happened: Harry Arter shines as Martin O'Neill's men claim comfortable win 

Republic of Ireland manager Martin O'Neill has made eight changes for tonight's friendly with Uruguay with Stoke City's Jon Walters coming into the side as captain. Can Ireland redeem themselves after Thursday's 3-1 loss to Mexico?

'We'll talk about this game for years to come' - Henry Shefflin leads the acclamation for Cork's epic win over Tipp 

Kieran Kingston's much-maligned Cork team threw their hat into the ring for All-Ireland honours after conjuring an inspired display to topple Tipperary by 2-27 to 1-26.

Championship Sunday as it happened: Cork topple Tipp in epic Munster championship clash 

Mayo's bid to reclaim the Nestor Cup Connacht began with a nine-point win over Sligo in Castlebar, Carlow shocked Louth in Leinster, Donegal routed Antrim in Ulster, but the big result of the day came in Thurles as Cork dethroned Munster champions Tipp.

REVEALED - The betting anomaly which has triggered the FAI probe into Athlone Town 

Irregular betting patterns surrounding a late goal conceded by Athlone Town in their 3-1 defeat to Longford Town sparked the investigation which has been launched by the FAI.

Live Punchestown Day Two as it happened: Sizing John creates history as Gordon Elliott hits back in title race 

Can Sizing John become the first horse to win the Leopardstown, Cheltenham and Punchestown Gold Cup in the one season? Follow all the action from Punchestown right here.

Live Punchestown Day One as it happened: - Fox Norton beats Un De Sceaux but Mullins closes the gap on Elliott 

If Willie Mullins is to overhaul Gordon Elliott in the race for the Irish trainers' title he must start making inroads straight away. Day One at the Punchestown festival promises to be explosive. Follow all the action below.

Comment - Battle lines drawn at Fairyhouse for Mullins-Elliott title war as odds tighten 

The curtain will come down on the National Hunt season at Punchestown but the destination of the trainer's title will most likely be decided this weekend at Fairyhouse.

Comment - It's time for golf to gag eagle-eyed TV viewers and second guessers 

The sight of heartbroken Lexi Thompson in tears will hopefully prompt action from golf's hierarchy.

'I would be back with Willie Mullins in a heartbeat' - Michael O'Leary opens up about split 

Outspoken Ryanair chief Michael O'Leary has left the door ajar on a possibility of working with Willie Mullins again.

Brian O'Driscoll doesn't see Garry Ringrose or Peter O'Mahony being picked for the Lions and has an interesting bolter 

Ireland legend Brian O'Driscoll believes Garry Ringrose and Peter O'Mahony will miss out on selection for Warren Gatland's 37-man Lions squad.

Leinster-Wasps combined XV - Amazing quality on show as Leo Cullen's men shade it 

The Aviva Stadium will play host to two of the most exciting teams in Europe when Leinster and Wasps lock horns in their Champions Cup quarter-final on Saturday.

WATCH: Jessica Harrington pays classy tribute to Henry de Bromhead after Sizing John's Gold Cup glory 

Jessica Harrington became the leading lady trainer in the history of the Cheltenham Festival with Supasundae's win in the Coral Cup and now she is a Gold Cup-winning trainer.

'To beat Willie is incredible' - Gordon Elliott claims Irish Independent leading trainer award 

A new chapter in the enthralling rivalry developing Gordon Elliott and Willie Mullins was written today after the county Meath handler pipped the Closutton trainer to the Irish Independent leading trainer award at Cheltenham.

It's officially Ireland's greatest-ever Cheltenham with landslide win over England to secure BetBright Prestbury Cup 

Ireland have retained the BetBright Prestbury Cup after Arctic Fire defied a 418-day absence to win the County Hurdle.

WATCH - Our expert panel expecting more Irish success with Jamie Codd bullish about On The Fringe 

Herald columnist Jamie Codd is searching for a third winner of the Festival this afternoon and is confident that On The Fringe can provide it.

Herald columnist Katie Walsh tips 178-1 four-timer on Cheltenham Day Three 

Followers of Herald columnist Katie Walsh will have enjoyed a very successful afternoon.

WATCH: 'Maybe, it's all a load of b******s' - Willie Mullins reveals the secrets to Nichols Canyon's success 

What a difference 24 hours makes. At this time yesterday, Willie Mullins was digesting Douvan's defeat but now he's a winner of the Stayer's Hurdle for the first time.

'It's a horse race, no one is going to die' - Colin Tizzard on his Gold Cup duo Native River and Cue Card 

Colin Tizzard is keeping things in perspective as he prepares to saddle two of the big favourites in tomorrow's Cheltenham Gold Cup.

WATCH: 'I've napped it for the past three weeks' - Katie Walsh and our team give their predictions for Day Three 

Punters are dazed after a tough few days at Cheltenham but our experts believe that Day Three will see the tables turn.

Willie Mullins reveals what Ruby Walsh told him after Douvan's dramatic Champion Chase defeat 

The world of national hunt racing was left dumbfounded after Douvan retreated badly and failed to justify his 2/9 favourtie's price in the Queen Mother Champion Chase.

WATCH: Lisa O'Neill's parents go ballistic as jockey provides a piece of Cheltenham magic 

Cheltenham can create moments of sheer delight and Lisa O'Neill's parents' unbridled joy at watching their daughter record her first Festival winner is surely the moment of the week so far.

WATCH: After tipping up a 25/1 winner yesterday, our experts give their verdict on Day Two 

The Herald's Niall Cronin pointed you in the direction of 25/1 winner Labaik yesterday and our team of experts are back today to try and line your pockets.

WATCH - 'We could have looked very silly' - Nicky Henderson on JP McManus' role in Buveur D'Air triumph 

Nicky Henderson lauded JP McManus after Buveur D'Air gave the popular Limerick owner his 50th festival success on Cleeve Hill.

Revealed - Why we should spare a thought for Keith Donoghue after Jack Kennedy's stunning Supreme success 

Gordon Elliott heaped praise on jockey Keith Donoghue after Labaik sprung a massive surprise to win today's Supreme Novice Hurdle at Cheltenham.

WATCH: 'Some have said it has a better personality than me' - AP McCoy unveils new Cheltenham statue 

Four statues have been erected at Cheltenham, for the first time, one of them will depict a man and not a horse. The legendary AP McCoy.

WATCH - Joseph O'Brien advises punters NOT to back hot favourite Limini and is confident over Edwulf's chances 

Joseph O'Brien joined our team of experts this morning with the famous Cheltenham roar just hours away for our Day One preview, in association with BoyleSports.

Watch: 'It's lovely to honour someone who meant so much to this place' - Cheltenham to pay homage to JT McNamara 

One of the greatest horsemen of his generation will be honoured today when the white flag is raised for the JT McNamara National Hunt Chase.

WATCH: Our experts give their verdict on this week's Championship races in our exclusive Cheltenham preview 

Glorious sunshine and perfect conditions await the thousands of Irish racegoers making the annual pilgrimage to The Cotswolds... All that's missing is winners we hope to point in the direction of some on Independent.ie.

WIN: Top prizes up for grabs in our Fantasy Cheltenham game 

Enjoy the thrill of selecting a winner without putting your hand in your pocket with the Independent.ie Cheltenham Fantasy Game, in association with BoyleSports.

Wales 22 Ireland 9 as it happened: Blunt and error-ridden Ireland beaten in Cardiff 

Ireland go to war on a Friday night for the first time in the history of the Six Nations tonight (kick-off 8.05pm). Anything less than a win over Wales will end our hopes of taking the title.

Big-hearted Ireland captain Seamus Coleman donates €6,000 to help Donegal toddler fight aggressive cancer 

Republic of Ireland captain Seamus Coleman has donated €6,000 to help a two-year-old who has been battling a rare form of cancer since he's been just 10 weeks old.

We have six pairs of tickets for the 2017 Cheltenham Festival to give away but can you pass our quiz? 

Test your knowledge of all things Cheltenham with our interactive quiz and you could win club enclosure passes for next week's action on Cleeve Hill.

10 horses to follow at the 2017 Cheltenham Festival 

No Faugheen, no Thistlecrack, no Annie Power but here are 10 horses to keep an eye on during Cheltenham week.

WATCH - Joseph O'Brien pleads for rise in racing weights and discusses the staffing crisis in the industry 

He may be only 23 years of age but Joseph O'Brien is a visionary like his father and his grandfather.

French faux pas? Gallic ruck over VIP rugby dinner 

French rugby chiefs have sparked a diplomatic row by criticising the VIP dinner following the weekend's Six Nations clash.

'We're baffled' - IRFU to seek clarification after leading FFR figure describes post-match reception as a 'fiasco' 

The IRFU have described remarks made by FFR secretary general criticising the post-match reception at the Aviva Stadium as 'very disappointing'.

Enter our Independent.ie Sport Quiz for February to be in with a chance of winning a British and Irish Lions jersey 

Test your sporting knowledge with our interactive sport quiz for February. If you score over 70pc, you will have a chance to win an official British and Irish Lions jersey, in association with Canterbury.

Trump 'not bad for a guy in his 70s', says McIlroy 

Golfing champion Rory McIlroy has commended Donald Trump on his prowess on the golf course.

IGB confirm the closure of Harold's Cross Greyhound Stadium 

Harold’s Cross Greyhound Stadium has been closed by the Irish Greyhound Board (IGB) with immediate effect.

New OCI chief Sarah Keane wants €800k spent on Rio ticketing controversy to be viewed as 'an investment' 

Newly-elected Olympic Council of Ireland (OCI) president Sarah Keane hopes that the huge sums paid out in the wake of the Rio ticketing controversy will be viewed as an investment in the future.

Independent.ie Six Nations Team of the Week: Just one Irishman makes the XV 

It was difficult opening weekend to the 2017 RBS Six Nations for Ireland and that is reflected in selection for best XV from round one of the tournament.

The six statistics that sum up what happened in Murrayfield today as Scotland stunned Ireland 

Ireland's pourous first half defence, penalty concessions at the wrong times, statistical dominance but failure to turn it into points. Here are the stats that explain why Ireland were beaten 27-22 by Scotland today.

Greystones sail through 

Greystones United secured their place in the last sixteen of the under-15 SFAI All-Ireland Cup on Saturday with a comfortable 2-0 home victory over St. Kevin's Borris of Tipperary.

Greystones sail through 

Greystones United secured their place in the last sixteen of the under-15 SFAI All-Ireland Cup on Saturday with a comfortable 2-0 home victory over St. Kevin's Borris of Tipperary.

COMMENT - Maliciously targeting Conor Murray again would be a new low 

I once had a GAA coach who tried to teach us how to give an opponent a dead leg. 'You may have to decide that taking a player out is the only way to win,' these were his words. I played a game of indoor soccer against him years later and I'm convinced he tried to break my ankle. I took it as a compliment.

WATCH: 'The first thing I tried was kicking a ball' - Footballer who had leg amputated after horror injury tells inspirational story 

A young footballer who lost his leg as a result of an injury he suffered while playing football is using the game for motivation as he deals with his changed circumstances

AIBA reveals that 'unwelcome axis of influence' and 'atmosphere of collusion' existed at Rio Olympics 

The AIBA have released a statement today confirming that 'unprofessional relationships' with the sport's governing body had contributed to an atmosphere of collusion between senior management and some referees and judges at the Rio Olympics.

'An unbelievable scenario' - Munster fan overwhelmed by 'generosity' of Racing 92 fan who opened his home to him 

It's a very poignant day in the history of Munster rugby as the province return to Paris for their rescheduled Champions Cup clash with Racing 92. The original fixture was postponed following the tragic death of head coach Anthony Foley.

'I am huddled up in two sleeping bags and four layers of clothes' - Irish sailor hoping storm blows him to safe shores 

Irish sailor Enda O'Coineen, who was blown 200 miles off course and away from civilisation in the round the world yacht race, is hoping a storm will bring him to the safe shores of New Zealand.

Try our Independent.ie Sport Quiz of 2016 and be in with a chance to win a host of top prizes 

Test your 2016 sporting knowledge and be in with a chance to kick-start 2017 in style.

Sonia O'Sullivan slams IAAF rules after Fionnuala McCormack is denied European medal by two Kenyan-born athletes 

The IAAF's rules on international eligibility have been called into question yet again after Ireland's Fionnuala McCormack was denied a medal at this morning's European Cross Country Championships in Chia, Italy by two Kenyan-born athletes competing for Turkey.

Keith Wood slams World Rugby's controversial edict on high tackles and proposes 'radical change' 

Irish rugby legend Keith Wood believes World Rugby's edict on high tackles issued ahead of the November internationals has placed too much pressure on referees, coaches and players.

'Beauden Barrett score should have been a penalty try' - Referee's shocking performance in Ireland-All Blacks clash analysed 

That Jaco Peyper has officiated a second game involving Ireland that was marred by cynical tackling and a litany of refereeing errors. Here we take a closer look at some of the most controversial moments.

WATCH - What weight-cut controversy? Conor McGregor in supreme shape at 155lb for UFC 205 

Conor McGregor has courted controversy in the past with the severity of his weight cuts for fights but he looks in the shape of his life ahead of tomorrow's bout with Eddie Alvarez at UFC 205.

Meet the eight uncapped players poised to make their Ireland bow against Canada on Saturday 

Joe Schmidt has named a completely new starting XV from the historic win over the All Blacks for this Saturday's clash with Canada with eight debutants likely to earn their first caps for Ireland.

Doyle delivers 

Rathnew AFC 'B' cemented their position at the summit of the Pat O'Toole Division 2 table after a hard-fought 2-1 win which saw them come from behind to claim victory against Roundwood AFC at the Vartry Grounds.

The Ireland XV that should start against the All Blacks in Chicago - no place for Peter O'Mahony or Sean O'Brien 

It may seem odd that two Ireland's most celebrated back rowers should sit out Ireland first Test against the All Blacks at Soldier Field but it needs to happen.

The omitted XV - We choose the best side from the players Joe Schmidt overlooked for All Blacks clash 

Ireland head coach Joe Schmidt named a 34-man squad today for the daunting task of taking on the All Blacks in Chicago on November 5. A number of established names and promising youngsters were left out.

Have we seen Mike Ross in an Ireland jersey for the last time? - Five talking points from Joe Schmidt's squad 

Joe Schmidt has named a 34-man squad for the trip to Chicago on November 5 to face the mighty All Blacks. Here are the talking points.

'Something is wrong when a father buries his son' - Wood 

Former Ireland captain Keith Wood has paid a heartfelt tribute to Anthony Foley, saying: "There's something wrong when a father buries his son."

'I get fined more than these bums get paid' - Conor McGregor reacts to $150k penalty 

Conor McGregor has been fined $150,000 (€134,000) and ordered to do 50 hours of community service for throwing bottles of water at a press conference.

'Why are we so scared?' - Five talking points ahead of Ireland's clash with Georgia tonight 

Ireland's road to the 2018 World Cup in Russia continues tonight with a clash against Group D minnows Georgia. Here are a few things to watch out for ahead of tonight's clash at the Aviva.

EXCLUSIVE - Gaelic Players Association raises over €2m in North American funding drive 

The Gaelic Player's Association and the Kerry County Board have raised almost €4m through fundraising efforts in North America since 2012, Independent.ie can reveal.

WATCH - Paul O'Connell is bullish about Ireland's chances of finally beating the All Blacks 

Munster and Ireland legend Paul O'Connell believes it's imperative that the IRFU hold on to Joe Schmidt until the 2019 Rugby World Cup in Japan.

24 hours in Kaunas: A cultural gem flinging away the Iron Curtain 

From an atomic bunker museum to karaoke in the Old Town, Lithuania's second city makes for a surprising short break.

Proposed New York fundraiser 'not sanctioned' by Mayo GAA 

The Mayo County Board has distanced itself from a proposed fundraiser that was organised in New York next month.

The phantom 45, the hit on Peter Crowley and the other big talking points from Dublin-Kerry 

Dublin's stunning second half fightback booked them a place in the All-Ireland final in what was an incident-packed encounter. Here are some of the talking points from the game that deserve further reflection.

'If I had 405 metres you never know...' - Ireland's Thomas Barr agonisingly misses out on Olympic medal 

Ireland's Thomas Barr has finished fourth in the final of the 400m hurdles in Rio.

Michael Conlan responds to AIBA decision to send home some judges and referees 

Ireland's Michael Conlan has issued his response to the decision from the AIBA to send home a 'handful' of judges and referees after reviewing their performance at Rio.

The anatomy of a scandal - 13 days that shattered Ireland's Olympic spirit 

The joy and pride provided by the O'Donovan brothers and Annalise Murphy has been completely eclipsed by judging controversies, doping and ticket touting scandals.

‘Amateur boxing stinks from the core right to the top’ – Conlan 

Amateur boxer Michael Conlan launched a blistering attack on the entire ethos of his sport, branding the ruling body "cheating b******s" as he signalled a switch to professionalism.

'Hopefully I can inspire a new generation' - Annalise Murphy after securing historic silver medal 

Dubliner Annalise Murphy has won a silver medal for Ireland in the laser radial class in front of Sugarloaf Mountain in Rio.

'I’ll think of him smiling each day' - Tributes pour in for jockey JT McNamara 

The world of horseracing has been plunged into mourning today with the tragic news of the death of former jockey John Thomas McNamara. He was 41 years of age.

All-Ireland SHC quarter-final combined XV - Who makes our star-studded line-up? 

Waterford, Wexford, Galway and Clare will all be in action on Sunday hoping to join hurling powerhouses Kilkenny in the last four of the All-Ireland series. We've chosen our best XV from the players who will take to the pitch at Semple Stadium this weekend.

'We had a very legitimate chance of gold' - Paul McGinley 'disappointed' with Rory McIlroy call 

Paul McGinley has expressed his disappointment at the news that Rory McIlroy has opted against representing Ireland at the Rio Olympics over Zika virus fears.

Rory McIlroy withdraws from the Rio Olympics over Zika virus fears 

Rory McIlroy has announced that he will not compete for Ireland at the Rio Olympics this summer over the threat of the Zika virus.

'I'm looking forward to getting home to Wendy' - Shane Lowry reflects on US Open woe 

Shane Lowry is looking forward to some home comforts as he comes to terms with losing a 54-hole four shot lead at the US Open in Oakmont.

The anatomy of a collapse: Five reasons why Shane Lowry surrendered US Open lead 

Ireland's Shane Lowry became the first golfer since Payne Stewart in 1998 to squander a four-shot 54-hole lead at the US Open last night but he didn't suffer a meltdown. Here's how his lead and his first major title were lost.

Five reasons why Ireland would cancel training three days before such a big game 

Ireland fans have been reacting with consternation to the news that Martin O'Neill cancelled squad training today just three days out from the clash with Sweden. With no media activity today either, here are five possible reasons for the decision.

Gallery: Conor McGregor fan reveals incredible life-size wood carving of The Notorious 

A lot of incredibly talented artists have depicted Conor McGregor is so many ways but James O'Neal's creation has to be among the best.

WATCH: Told he wouldn't walk again TWICE, snapped both cruciates and now living on a shoestring - Irish gymnast Kieran Behan 

He was warned he would never walk again after a tumour was removed from his leg, a nasty head injury left him with three years in rehab, he has snapped the cruciate ligament in both his knees but Ireland's Rio gymnast Kieran Behan refuses to be downbeat.

Exclusive: Kevin Sheedy discusses THAT goal, his cancer battle and Ireland's prospects at Euro 2016 

It's ironic that an Irish legend who honed his skills kicking a ball against the wall of his family pub is now in charge of the academy at Everton.

'I fought a 21-year-old when I was 13 and I beat him' - Meet rising MMA star James Gallagher 

James Gallagher is hoping to the next big name in Irish Mixed Martial Arts but is not taking the UFC route to the top.

Pat Lam's province dominates our Connacht-Munster combined XV 

There will be a helluva lot on the line when Anthony Foley's Munster travels to the Sportsground to face high-flying Connacht.

Five issues for Irish MMA in the wake of the Joao Carvalho tragedy 

The world of Mixed Martial Arts in Ireland has never been under so much scrutiny. Here are five issues that need to be looked at in the wake of Joao Carvalho's tragic death.

Irish Sports Council conducted tests on UFC fighters despite not recognising MMA as a sport 

The Irish Sports Council has conducted testing on Irish UFC fighters despite not recognising Mixed Martial Arts as a sport.

GAA must investigate the James McCarthy 'eye gouge' incident... there is a case to answer 

Whether you think it was an eye gouge or not, James McCarthy has a case to answer for his actions on Saturday night.