After a weekend and summer of GAA like that, we have to dispense with our normal practice of zoning in on just the one thing.

Heaven. He’s in heaven.

IF you want an insight into how Monaghan beat Donegal we could sum it up in two words: Siya Bafuna.

Turns out Christy Cooney was wrong after all.

The last time Cork played Limerick in a Munster final, Kevin Hennessy picked up his final Munster medal. He’s been through quite a bit since, including a brush with death, but still has his trademark bright outlook

The reaction over the Warren Gatland decision to drop Brian O’Driscoll was instant and dramatic, triggering mayhem, fury, disbelief.

There were so many heart-stirring and heart-warming stories over the past GAA weekend, but one that really brought a smile to my face happened way off Broadway on a club pitch in County Down.

Dan Martin says he's prepared for a big tilt at the Tour de France: “Last year I went in a bit more nervous but this year I’m ready to race really proactively. I know what to expect.”

As a reporter, you’d watch those Sunday evening draws anticipating where the wonderful magical backdoor journey could take you.

We felt a little sorry for Ciaran Whelan and Darren Frehill yesterday morning.