MATT O’CONNOR’s ridiculous stunt during the Rose of Tralee on Monday night was arguably a peaceful protest. The audience did not know initially whether it was part of an act.

The Brazilian runner obstructed by a rebel Kerry priest in the Olympic marathon said he would “love” to come to Ireland and “hug” his family.

THE Irish priest who caused havoc at the Olympic Games is determined to disrupt more international events, according to his family in Kerry.