The League of Ireland is heading for a three-tier split format from 2021 if, as expected, clubs rubber-stamp proposals next month.

Gardaí have demanded replacement uniforms after claiming their new gear is sub-standard and shabby, it emerged today.

The inquest into the death of a 22-year-old flat race jockey was adjourned today because the main witness was riding in India.

AS the exciting build-up to the All-Ireland football decider continues, Mayo received a great boost yesterday when Ballinrobe accounted for Tralee in the All-Ireland final of the Bulmers-sponsored Pierce Purcell Shield at Shannon.