Brian Gavin: David Gough made right calls and contributed to Clones epic

John Keenan was kept on his toes in an ugly Munster hurling game in Thurles on Saturday, meanwhile.

MAN IN THE MIDDLE: Derry captain Conor Glass and Armagh skipper Rian O'Neill with referee David Gough in Clones. Picture: Harry Murphy/Sportsfile

After a few weeks of dramatic hurling, focus turned to Clones on Sunday where there was a pulsating finish to the Ulster final.

The only provincial final with any drama, it’s a testament to David Gough that he was able to contribute to the spectacle. He may not have been helped by either team not changing jersey – Kerry and Mayo are wearing their alternate kit next Saturday – but he was excellent.