Former GAA President Mick Loftus, 91: I won’t be running around but I will get back to Croke Park

'I started going to Croke Park in 1947. Why 1947? I played in the All-Ireland minor final that year. Tyrone beat Mayo. That was my first time in Dublin'

Mick Loftus watches on as the GAA's Congress took place online for the first time. 

“I’m a bit embarrassed,” says Dr Mick Loftus as he starts the pre-arranged call. “I haven’t shaved for the interview.” 

The bit of divilment has never left the 91-year-old former GAA president. Upon hearing it was the Irish Examiner interested in chatting to him, he says he looks forward to the day Mayo beat Cork in an All-Ireland final.