Ireland can still win 2023 World Cup bid, says Shane Ross

The government has insisted that the bid to host the 2023 Rugby World Cup is still winnable, despite the publication of a review which recommended South Africa.

Ireland can still win 2023 World Cup bid, says Shane Ross

The government has insisted that the bid to host the 2023 Rugby World Cup is still winnable, despite the publication of a review which recommended South Africa.

Sport minister Shane Ross and Minister of State Brendan Griffin said it is a "setback" that can be "overcome".

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