# in the hunt

This year

2023

Shane Lowry shows grit to keeps Honda Classic hopes alive

Offaly native is six shots off the lead, while Pádraig Harrington is further back after four birdies and a pair of bogeys.

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Feb 25th 2023, 10:11 AM

# in the hunt

Harrington leads Irish challenge after first round of Ras Al Khaimah Championship

Japan’s Ryo Hisatsune two shots clear of field having birdied first six holes.

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Feb 2nd 2023, 3:45 PM

Last year

2022

# in the hunt

Séamus Power four back, Leona Maguire just about in touch with runaway leader

The Irish duo are both reasonably well positioned heading into the weekend.

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Nov 18th 2022, 11:37 PM

# in the hunt

Leona Maguire 3 shots off lead at Galgorm Castle

The Cavan golfer is on eight-under-par heading into the weekend.

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Aug 12th 2022, 9:40 PM

# in the hunt

Two-time winner Gary Anderson through to World Darts Championship semi-finals

Anderson beat Luke Humphries 5-2.

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Jan 1st 2022, 4:20 PM

All time

# in the hunt

‘Elation and relief’ – captain Griffin thrilled Ireland’s World Cup plans are back on track

Ireland play Scotland in decisive game next weekend in bid to finalise qualification.

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Sep 20th 2021, 7:00 AM

# in the hunt

Race for Liam: The 4 teams bidding for All-Ireland hurling glory

Waterford, Limerick, Cork and Kilkenny are still in the hunt for the big prize.

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Aug 7th 2021, 8:32 AM

# in the hunt

McIlroy and Lowry chase Schauffele on stacked Olympic leaderboard

Irish duo set their sights on medals after excellent third rounds.

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Jul 31st 2021, 8:35 AM

# second round

McIlroy and Lowry recover to stand at five-under after Irish Open second round

Australian Lucas Herbert is the leader on -13 at Mount Juliet.

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Jul 2nd 2021, 6:36 PM

# in the hunt

Messi nets a double at Valencia to rescue Barcelona's title hopes

The Argentine missed a penalty but scored twice, with Antoine Griezmann also on target.

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May 2nd 2021, 10:10 PM

# in the hunt

'If we win this weekend, 100% it’s possible': O'Halloran intent on chasing down Munster

The fullback knows Connacht must whittle Munster’s lead by at least four points tomorrow.

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Mar 4th 2021, 6:55 AM

# in the hunt

Ronaldo on target as Juve boost hopes of 10th straight title with win in Serie A

A 3-0 victory for the champions tonight over Spezia.

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Mar 2nd 2021, 9:58 PM

# in the hunt

Dusting off an old putter pays dividends for Lowry on opening day at Wentowrth

The Offaly man is just one shot off the pace after carding a 67 today at the BMW PGA Championship.

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Oct 8th 2020, 6:30 PM

# in the hunt

McIlroy stays in touch with leaders to revive challenge at US Open

The Northern Irishman carded a 68 on day three at Winged Foot.

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Sep 19th 2020, 11:52 PM

# in the hunt

Woods just two off the lead heading into final round in Bahamas

The US Open champion Gary Woodland surged to the top of the leaderboard after posting a birdie-birdie finish.

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Dec 6th 2019, 10:12 PM

# in the hunt

Late bogeys leave McIlroy with a share of fifth in Switzerland

The Northern Irishman started the day 10 under par and was unable to sustain the form he struck yesterday.

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Aug 31st 2019, 7:46 PM

# in the hunt

‘The best I've felt about my game in a while’ - McIlroy on a roll at Pebble Beach

After bouncing back from a double-bogey seven at the 14th with two birdies on Friday, Rory McIlroy admitted his game is in good shape.

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Jun 15th 2019, 11:07 AM

# on the hunt

'Incredibly hungry' Kilcoyne intent on creating good memories in Murrayfield

The Munster man has had to wait and work before his latest taste of Six Nations rugby.

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Feb 5th 2019, 8:08 PM

# in the hunt

Djokovic survives scare to advance to Australian Open quarter-finals

The Serb triumphed in an exhausting match against Daniil Medvedev.

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Jan 21st 2019, 2:23 PM

# in the hunt

McIlroy three behind Woodland as he chases early season PGA Tour win in Hawaii

Gary Woodland is the leader entering the final round with McIlroy in second place.

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Jan 6th 2019, 9:40 AM

# major gains

Sweet 64 leaves Lowry just three back in PGA Championship

The Offaly man maintained his form despite the weather delays in St Louis.

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Aug 11th 2018, 3:37 PM

# in the hunt

Theresa May acts quickly to appoint new foreign secretary to replace Boris Johnson

Jeremy Hunt will leave the health brief to be Johnson’s successor.

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Jul 9th 2018, 9:08 PM

# in the hunt

Fulham hit late winner against Sunderland to boost promotion hopes

Aleksandar Mitrovic scored the decisive goal to seal a 2-1 win for Fulham.

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Apr 27th 2018, 11:09 PM

# in the hunt

Tiger on prowl at PGA National while Rory McIlroy makes the cut

Luke List and Jamie Lovemark lead the way.

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Feb 24th 2018, 10:01 AM

# big day ahead

Ireland's Seamus Power tied for third as final round in Mississippi calls

The Waterford native is still in contention at the Sanderson Farm Championships.

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Oct 29th 2017, 11:27 AM

# in the hunt

Padraig Harrington joint-second at Scottish Open

Meanwhile, Rory McIlroy continued to struggle on day one at Dundonald Links on Thursday.

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Jul 13th 2017, 10:56 PM

# in the hunt

Murray and Sexton to the fore as Ireland keep Six Nations title bid alive

The Irish halfback pairing were superb as Joe Schmidt’s side saw off France on a 19-9 scoreline.

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Feb 25th 2017, 6:53 PM

# in the hunt

Martial Law at Old Trafford as United put pressure on their top-four rivals

United move to within a point of the Champions League places after 2-0 win against Watford.

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Feb 11th 2017, 5:12 PM

# Flying the flag

McDowell and Lowry just three shots adrift at the World Cup of Golf

The Irish pair lie in a tie for seventh after the opening round.

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Nov 24th 2016, 10:05 AM

# in the hunt

Arsenal in for €20m Spanish striker and today's transfer gossip

The Gunners may also have a move for Phil Jones blocked by Jose Mourinho.

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Aug 25th 2016, 11:09 AM

# Heartbreak

Bitter disappointment for Ireland as Katie Taylor crashes out of Rio Olympics

The London gold medallist lost on split decision to Finland’s Mira Potkonen.

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Aug 15th 2016, 3:18 PM

# tour de force

Aussie claims thrilling stage victory as Martin stays on heels of Froome

The Irishman remains just 19 seconds behind the yellow jersey holder.

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Jul 12th 2016, 4:59 PM

# in the hunt

Harrington and G-Mac just a shot back after opening round of Scottish Open

Shane Lowry is a little further back.

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Jul 7th 2016, 9:04 PM

# in the hunt

Ronaldo on the double as Real Madrid keep the heat on Barcelona

Zinedine Zidane’s men moved above Atletico Madrid with 3-2 win over Valencia to remain just one point behind the reigning champions.

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May 8th 2016, 7:11 PM

# in the hunt

If Jason Day catches Jordan Spieth later today, he may have this superb putt to thank for it

The world number one is three shots off the lead going into the final round.

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Apr 10th 2016, 10:25 AM

# in the hunt

'It's almost as if we have nothing to lose' - Kompany

The Manchester City skipper is happy to be doing the chasing in the title race.

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Mar 2nd 2016, 4:19 PM

# in the hunt

Spurs close in on top spot after late comeback against Swansea

Tottenham came from behind in the final 20 minutes at White Hart Lane and are now just two points off Premier League leaders Leicester.

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Feb 28th 2016, 4:54 PM

# in the hunt

Dennehy sprung from the bench to grab match-winner for Rebels

The Cork City winger struck early in the second half to get the better of Galway United at Turner’s Cross.

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Aug 29th 2015, 9:17 AM

# in the hunt

Missed putt on 18 leaves Tiger Woods 2 shots back of Wyndham leader

However, it was the first time this season that Woods has managed to string three sub-70 rounds together.

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Aug 23rd 2015, 9:11 AM

# in the hunt

The Irish team most likely to win a Six Nations title have named their XV to face 35/1 underdogs

The Ireland women’s team are in a great position entering the final weekend.

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Mar 20th 2015, 10:03 PM