No message of congratulations to Conor McGregor from Taoiseach

He may have a small fortune to his name, countless titles, and an army of adoring fans, but one accolade is still out of reach for UFC ultimate fighter Conor McGregor — a message of congratulations from Taoiseach Enda Kenny.

Since taking office in 2011, Mr Kenny has published numerous statements welcoming the achievements of Ireland’s most prominent sporting stars.

Messages of support followed the rugby Six Nations victories and World Cup appearances, with similar remarks welcoming the Irish football team’s successes at Euro 2016, the Olympics in 2012 and 2016, and the cricket team’s historic 2011 world cup victories.