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'You've dealt with one of the hardest things life can throw at you when you're 14. Nothing can get much harder'

Ireland rugby star Eimear Considine shares her story, and opens up on the impact of her father’s tragic death.

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Feb 17th 2020, 5:05 PM

33-1 shot Sovereign steals Irish Derby to cause huge shock

The outsider strode to a commanding victory at the Curragh today.

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Jun 29th 2019, 6:23 PM

New Ulster CEO keen to move on from 'old wounds' and take province forward

Jonny Petrie is eager to keep the focus on rugby in Ulster.

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Feb 7th 2019, 8:00 AM