Athletics: Doyle edges Griggs in dramatic fashion, Shanahan clocks championship record

Louise Shanahan clocked a championship record in the 800m in a time of 2.03.54.

DRAMATIC FINISH: Nick Griggs of CNDR Track AC and Cathal Doyle of Clonliffe Harriers AC dive for the line in 1500m final. Pic: ©INPHO/Bryan Keane

As quickly as he had captured and captivated the Abbotstown crowd, Cathal Doyle disappeared out of sight.

When he re-emerged some time later, the left forearm of the newly crowned national indoor 1,500m champion was heavily strapped. The fingers peeping out amid the many layers of bandaging were a worrying shade of blue.