Ireland hoping for more golden moments

IT will be difficult for those following in the footsteps of Alistair Cragg and David Gillick at this weekend’s European indoor championships in Birmingham.

In a memorable half hour in Madrid two years ago they brushed aside the home town favourites to claim gold medals in the 3,000m and 400m, respectively.

As a result, when they arrive at the line this morning (3,000m heats 11.15am, 400m heats 11.45am) they will carry the burden of leading medal hopes on their shoulders.