Ireland back in business with memorable Marseille triumph over 14-man France 

Andy Farrell’s ever-improving side now have back-to-back Grand Slams in their sights.

PASSION: Ireland’s Dan Sheehan celebrates scoring their fourth try. Pic: Dan Sheridan, Inpho 

FRANCE 17 IRELAND 38 

Ireland made a dream start to their Guinness Six Nations title defence and life after Johnny Sexton as they claimed a famous bonus-point victory over France in Friday night’s championship at Stade Velodrome.