Menu
06/08/2012
Nevin Secures Ireland's First Medal
Irish boxer John Joe Nevin scooped Ireland's first medal at the London Olympics.
The Cavan man has secured at least a bronze medal after winning against Oscar Valdez Fierro on Sunday night.
Nevin won 19-13 and is now two fights away from an Olympic gold.
Nevin told reporters: "It means a lot to me, but hopefully I can turn it into gold.
"Alvarez is the world champion, I will just just enjoy this win, that is a story for another day.
"It is like the Queen song, 'I want it all', I want every bit of it, I want to be the best in the world."
(CD/GK)
The Cavan man has secured at least a bronze medal after winning against Oscar Valdez Fierro on Sunday night.
Nevin won 19-13 and is now two fights away from an Olympic gold.
Nevin told reporters: "It means a lot to me, but hopefully I can turn it into gold.
"Alvarez is the world champion, I will just just enjoy this win, that is a story for another day.
"It is like the Queen song, 'I want it all', I want every bit of it, I want to be the best in the world."
(CD/GK)
Related Irish News Stories
Click here for the latest headlines.
20 August 2008
Third Irish Boxer Adds To Medal Tally
Another Irish Boxer is guaranteed a medal after winning his quarter final fight in Beijing. The Workers' Gymnasium in Beijing has witnessed another Irish victory taking the Irish Olympic boxing team's medal total to at least three bronze awards.
Third Irish Boxer Adds To Medal Tally
Another Irish Boxer is guaranteed a medal after winning his quarter final fight in Beijing. The Workers' Gymnasium in Beijing has witnessed another Irish victory taking the Irish Olympic boxing team's medal total to at least three bronze awards.
04 September 2012
Michael McKillop Scoops Second Paralympic Gold
Following his remarkable success in the 800m on Saturday night Michael McKillop has further added to his gold medal glory by cruising home to victory at the 1500m T37 Mens final in the Olympic Stadium.
Michael McKillop Scoops Second Paralympic Gold
Following his remarkable success in the 800m on Saturday night Michael McKillop has further added to his gold medal glory by cruising home to victory at the 1500m T37 Mens final in the Olympic Stadium.
17 August 2016
Taoiseach And Minister Congratulate Annalise Murphy On Olympic Silver
The Taoiseach Enda Kenny and Minister's Shane Ross and Patrick O'Donovan have congratulated Annalise Murphy on winning a silver medal in the women's laser radial at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games.
Taoiseach And Minister Congratulate Annalise Murphy On Olympic Silver
The Taoiseach Enda Kenny and Minister's Shane Ross and Patrick O'Donovan have congratulated Annalise Murphy on winning a silver medal in the women's laser radial at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games.
19 July 2011
Open Medal Displayed In Royal Portrush Club
NI's latest golfing hero, Darren Clarke has presented his winning Open championship medal to his 'home club' at Royal Portrush. He gave it to Club Captain Philip Tweedie at a special homecoming ceremony on today as almost 1,000 people crowded outside the clubhouse for Clarke's arrival at his home course.
Open Medal Displayed In Royal Portrush Club
NI's latest golfing hero, Darren Clarke has presented his winning Open championship medal to his 'home club' at Royal Portrush. He gave it to Club Captain Philip Tweedie at a special homecoming ceremony on today as almost 1,000 people crowded outside the clubhouse for Clarke's arrival at his home course.
15 August 2016
Taoiseach And Ministers Congratulate O'Donovan Brothers On Olympic Medals
The Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport and the Minister of State for Tourism and Sport have congratulated Paul and Gary O'Donovan on winning Ireland's first ever Olympic silver medal in rowing. The brothers won their medals in the men's lightweight double sculls at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games on Friday, 12 August.
Taoiseach And Ministers Congratulate O'Donovan Brothers On Olympic Medals
The Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport and the Minister of State for Tourism and Sport have congratulated Paul and Gary O'Donovan on winning Ireland's first ever Olympic silver medal in rowing. The brothers won their medals in the men's lightweight double sculls at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games on Friday, 12 August.
-
Ireland WeatherToday:Gale, coastal severe gale, northwest winds ease from late afternoon. Scattered showers will fall as snow over the hills at first, becoming isolated from mid-afternoon. Maximum temperature 7 °C.Tonight:Showers, scattered in the evening, will clear by midnight leaving the night dry with clear spells. Cloud will spread east towards morning. Minimum temperature 2 °C.
