Hortazelda Stadium in Madrid was an unlikely microcosm of the camogie world in 2017.

The Olympic Games, which closed in London last night, were generally considered to have been a great success.

Ireland’s director of coaching Max Jones is upbeat his small Olympic Games track and field squad will fulfil their potential – and possibly steal at least one podium place.

Australia’s swimming superstar Ian Thorpe has announced his immediate retirement from the sport at the age of 24.

Sonia O'Sullivan will be able to compete for Australia at the Commonwealth Games despite Commonwealth Games Federation plans to change their eligibility rules.