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Kyle Hayes injury sparks toxic wave of online abuse — and it’s part of a bigger problem

Toxic online comment culture is thriving, rewarding hate over compassion — and no one, from sports stars to strangers, is safe

Tue, 19 Aug, 2025 - 15:06

Manon Gilbart

“Karma always gets you” was one of the many comments left on social media after news emerged that Limerick hurler Kyle Hayes was hospitalised on August 8.w

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