Spike O'Sullivan: In this age of influencers we don’t have enough real role models like Craig O'Brien

Craig O’Brien is still a hero to me, a real-life one who is making the world a better place
Spike O'Sullivan: In this age of influencers we don’t have enough real role models like Craig O'Brien

INSPIRING STORY: On Saturday night Craig O'Brien co-headlines the first major professional fight night in Dublin for years and one of the biggest since the Regency Hotel shooting in 2016. Pic: INPHO/Dan Sheridan

Never meet your heroes? I had one of mine sleeping in the spare room on Monday night.

I’ve met Craig O’Brien hundreds of times over the past eight years. And he’s still a hero, a real-life one who is making the world a better place.

Already a subscriber? Sign in

You have reached your article limit.

Unlimited access. Half the price.

Annual €120 €60

Best value

Monthly €10€5 / month

More in this section

Sport

Newsletter

Latest news from the world of sport, along with the best in opinion from our outstanding team of sports writers. and reporters

Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited