Column: Lingerie football? Our real sporting heroines deserve limelight first
Women’s sport is dismissed as a ‘niche interest’ – and it’ll stay that way until we give it more of the spotlight, writes Niamh O’Mahony.
Women’s sport is dismissed as a ‘niche interest’ – and it’ll stay that way until we give it more of the spotlight, writes Niamh O’Mahony.
Who are the early favourites? Which drivers should we back for the title? How do you spell McLaren?
It’s back, it’s in HD and, as Sky have been telling us, it’s live. Here’s the rundown of those on the grid this Sunday morning in Melbourne.
Caterham’s decision to replace the veteran driver means Italy will be solely represented by Ferrari in 2012, a far cry from their once lofty position in the sport.
Michael Atkinson faces a court date after painting ‘St James’ on a wall of the renamed Sports Direct Arena.
The former QPR boss says he and club chairman Ken Bates ‘share’ the same vision of returning the club to the Premier League.
A spokesman for the player has told TheScore.ie that no contract – with any club – has yet been signed by the scrum-half.
All the details you need to know about Sunday’s GAA action across the country.
The team will travel to Egypt in April after losing out 2-1 in Hungary over the weekend.
A poor start to his final round meant that the Northern Irishman was never in proper contention at the Dubai Desert Classic.
The Australian is focused on having a strong 2012 season amid speculation that his future replacement is already being lined up.
The Manchester City boss seems prepared to forgive his absent striker in a bid to ensure league glory.
The former world number one continues to impress with his new swing as another Major winner drops off the pace.
The GAA wants to hear from every county during one of the most contentious debates to face the association in recent years.
The story of the Italian striker’s life could soon be as big a hit as he’s proving to be with Premier League fans.
The province’s first win in the Heineken Cup led to scenes of massive celebrations in Galway on Friday night.
An independent company has garnered wide-ranging support for its efforts to build a museum next to the home of Kerry GAA.
The Premier Division outfit has chosen Stephen Kenny’s former no. 2 to take charge of first-team matters at the Brandywell.
The process of rebuilding Páirc Uí Chaoimh is underway after the appointment of a design team to the project this week.
Two key Ireland internationals will be hoping to get plenty of game time at Aston Villa over the coming months…
The defending champion was forced to concede her semi-final in Brisbane to Daniela Hantuchova, while there are also concerns for Roger Federer.
Thierry Henry is delighted to be back at Arsenal after signing a two-month loan deal but has played down the impact he might have.
Holidays are what we long for 11 months of the year so why not incorporate a getaway with a top sporting event? Here are our suggestions for 2012.
Sebastian Vettel and Red Bull set the world alight as Formula 1 remembers one of its fallen heroes…
Liverpool and the Football Association have two weeks to decide whether or not they will appeal the Independent Regulatory Commission’s decision.
Andy Murray has hired Ivan Lendl in an attempt to capture his first Grand Slam crown, but Novak Djokovic is still the man to beat.
Bohemians continue their preparations for 2012 with the appointment of Aaron Callaghan as their new first-team boss.
It was another busy and often dramatic year for boxing in 2011. Gavin Grace takes a look back over the finest action and reveals his top picks.
Mario Balotelli story number 683: The Italian incurs the rather amused wrath of his manager after refusing to give up smoking…
The Northern Irish golfers were recognised for their services to golf in 2011 as both picked up their maiden Major wins.
First-time Major winner Darren Clarke created some of the biggest headlines in July but he certainly wasn’t the only talking point.
Kauto Star is in the form of his life, according to his trainer; however, stable-mate Master Minded may never race again after picking up a tendon injury.
The frantic Christmas fixture list continued on Tuesday with six Premier League clubs in action, all battling for vital league points.