Multi-talented Claffey driving on with latest sporting pursuit 

Claffey took up Padel after some hesitation on the recommendation of Susan McCann, her doubles partner this week.

NEW PURSUIT: Padel player Jennifer Claffey poses for a portrait during the European Games team day for Team Ireland. Pic: Ramsey Cardy/Sportsfile

That thing about open minds leading to open doors? 

Jenny Claffey never saw herself holding a Padel racquet and representing Ireland in the European Games at Krakow’s KSOS Sports Club this fine June morning, but here she is anyway.