Pat Hartnett hails step in the right direction for Cork

Waterford 1-13 Cork 1-21: A league of surprising results offered another turn-up for the books yesterday when Cork had eight points to spare over Waterford in Walsh Park, the Rebels’ hard work and accuracy paying off against a home side that never sparked to life — or weren’t allowed to, according to their manager.

After a disappointing defeat to Kilkenny last week, Cork selector Pat Hartnett was understandably happy after the game.

“To come down here, one of the top three teams in Ireland, with possibly a full team . . . but we’re keeping it in context. We’re realists. Everyone on the selection committee has played themselves.