‘He ran a lifetime best, what more can you do?’

Thomas Barr’s coaches have paid tribute to the 24-year-old’s “stunning performance” after he lost out on a Olympic medal by five hundredths of a second.

Speaking at the University of Limerick Sports Arena where hundreds of supporters gathered to watch the race on a giant screen, Haley and Drew Harrison said they couldn’t be prouder of his performance.

“He couldn’t have given it anymore, he’s given a life time best what more can you ask?” said Drew.