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'It turned out there was a tumour in the ankle... I didn't mind the physical pain, it was just mentally so draining'

Irish karate star Caradh O’Donovan on how a horror injury led to a rare joint disease diagnosis, and managing Crohn’s disease.

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May 20th 2020, 7:55 PM

'Rugby is something that I am so thankful for... but it's about more than just a game'

Sene Naoupu on opening up, being a role model, and her and her husband George’s undying love for Ireland.

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Jan 22nd 2020, 6:15 AM