Christy O'Connor: Mayo got so much right but same key issues remain

Mayo are so close. But still looking for that cigar.

NEVER FAILS TO DELIVER: A section of the 16,870 attendance at Dublin v Mayo at Dr Hyde Park in Roscommon. Pic: Ray McManus, Sportsfile

Mayo go close but still no cigar 

When Colm Basquel pushed Dublin three points in front early in the second half in Hyde Park, the fear was that another third-quarter surge from Dublin would leave Mayo with too much to do. Again.