Tributes to former RTÈ athletics commentator Tony O'Donoghue

The Dublin man commentated on athletics for 40 years covering some of the greatest Irish sporting moments.

Tony O'Donoghue speaking before the unveiling of a commemorative plaque at the Aviva stadium, Lansdowne Road, Dublin. Pic: Ramsey Cardy / SPORTSFILE

Tributes have been paid to former RTÉ athletics commentator Tony O'Donoghue who has passed away at the age of 86. 

From the Munich Olympics in 1972 to the London Games in 2012, the Dubliner covered the action from the world of athletics for over 40 years and was the voice of some of the greatest Irish sporting moments.