In a time when racial tensions are higher than ever in South Carolina this picture shows that humanity can see through hatred.

Video footage has emerged showing a US police officer who requested a man’s licence and registration – and then shot him as he reached inside his car to fetch them.

He’s shown huge perseverance and taken every setback in his stride, whether it was losing a game to win a Grand Slam or lasting only a couple of minutes as the 2005 Lions captain or not making the final Test team on his last Lions tour. But those who know him well underline that Brian O’Driscoll always maintained his poise and dignity.

In his own words Ronan O’Gara was “shocked” when Declan Kidney omitted him from the Irish squad.