Irish Examiner view: Our sporting heroes inspire us all

Athletes send a message of overcoming adversity 

Donegal native Mark English celebrates after winning gold in the men's 800m final at the European Athletics Championships in Birmingham. Picture: Sam Barnes/Sportsfile

Now that we have had time to reflect on the magnitude of the wonderful achievements of our athletes at the European Championships, the taste of success is even sweeter.

We celebrate for Mark English. We celebrate for Rhasidat Adeleke. But it is a lift for all of us. Even if it is only with a groan that some of us manage to get up from the couch, we can feel boosted and inspired by their high speed, agility, and brilliance.