Three Irish-American athletes reflect as 'divided' USA begins new chapter

On the day Joe Biden is inaugurated as US president, three Irish-American athletes reflect on how they view the United States, Donald Trump’s legacy, and look ahead to what the country’s future might hold in uncertain times

The White House is seen from the Washington Monument on Monday this week ahead of the inauguration of President-elect Joe Biden. In the background is the media stand for the Presidential Escort on Wednesday. Picture: Joe Raedle/Pool via AP

‘It was kind of heartbreaking, I’m happy I’m living in Ireland’

Shane Ryan