Athletes jetting to competitions all over the planet must endure a downside, new research has shown — the travel plays havoc with their gut.

RTÉ, who have confirmed the sub-licensing of 22 Euro 2016 games to TV3, must continue to be “creative and intelligent” in a bid to remain competitive in the race to secure future live TV sporting rights, according to Ryle Nugent.

Irish 200 metres record-holder Paul Hession plans to be in the shake-up with Usain Bolt and reach the business end of their events at the London Olympics this summer.