With Cork pigeons flying, Tipperary hurled with the monumental simplicity of fear

A story endures about Tipperary and Cork in the 1909 Munster Final.

With Cork pigeons flying, Tipperary hurled with the monumental simplicity of fear

Hurling well, Cork led by 1-6 to 1-2 at halftime and seemed set for progress. Four points was a considerable lead in the early 20th century. Their supporters let off pigeons from Tipperary Town, winging home glad tidings.

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