The Irish distance medley relay team broke the world record in New York last night - but it wasn’t enough to gain a win at the Armory international.

Rob Heffernan will lead an Irish team of 25 athlete’s to Zurich for next months Europeans, which take place from August 12 – 17.

Ciaran O’Lionard shot to victory at today’s Glo Health national senior track and field championships taking 1500-metre gold and a European championship slot.

Thomas Barr and Mark English shattered stadium records at tonight’s Morton Games.

Ciarán O’Liornad’s indoor season has been an extension of last year’s outdoor form which resulted in a fine performance in the 1500 meters Final at the World Outdoor Championships in Daegu.