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Former Northern Ireland international Jonny Evans (left) with Michael Carrick during time together at Manchester United. (Photo by Peter Byrne/PA Wire)

Northern Ireland hero Jonny Evans thanked in Michael Carrick's Man Utd farewell

Mauricio Pochettino in 2024. (Photo by John Walton/Press Association)

US cancel planned media access as Man Utd eye Mauricio Pochettino move

Rory McIlroy plays his second shot on the 7th hole during the second round of Abu Dhabi Golf Championship on Friday. (Photo by Altaf Qadri/AP Photo)

Rory McIlroy cards 11 birdies to roar back into contention in Abu Dhabi

England's Kyren Wilson won the Northern Ireland Open final. (Photo by James Fearn/Getty Images)

Kyren Wilson crowned Northern Ireland Open snooker champion

Shane Lowry speaks at a press conference at Wentworth on Wednesday ahead of the BMW PGA Championship. (Photo by Adam Davy/PA Wire)

Shane Lowry's Ryder Cup 2027 target for Adare Manor after Irish Open boost

Sweden's Henrik Stenson across his early Open Championship challenge at Royal Birkdale. (Photo by Warren Little/Getty Images)

DEMPSTER'S DIARY: Henrik Stenson adds touch of humour to serious Open business

Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy at the US PGA Championship. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)

How much prize money did Rory McIlroy earn at US PGA Championship 2026?

Rory McIlroy during Saturday's frustrating Truist Championship third round at Quail Hollow. (Photo by Jared C.Tilton/Getty Images)

Bogey blues hit Rory McIlroy's Truist Championship title hopes

Mark Allen during his match against Kyren Wilson on day seven of the Halo World Snooker Championship 2026 at the Crucible Theatre, Sheffield

Mark Allen holds two-frame advantage in last 16 tie

Long-serving captain James Tavernier has announced he has decided to leave Rangers at the end of this season. (Photo by Andrew Milligan/PA Wire)

James Tavernier to leave Rangers at end of season

Rory McIlroy plays his shot from the 17th tee during a practice round prior to the Masters at Augusta National. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images)

Nick Faldo urges Rory McIlroy to target second career grand slam

Scottie Scheffler hits out of a greenside bunker in practice this week on the stunning Augusta course. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

MASTERS DIARY: 'Cricket stumps' all part of Augusta's scenic charm

Coleraine have successfully appealed a red card brandished to Rowan McDonald last weekend

Coleraine successful in red card appeal for versatile ace

Luke Donald (centre), who will captain Europe at the 2027 Ryder Cup, Ryder Cup Europe has announced. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images)

Luke Donald named as European Ryder Cup captain for Adare Manor

Rory McIlroy at the first hole during the opening round of The Genesis Invitational 2026 at Riviera Country Club on Thursday. (Photo by Orlando Ramirez/Getty Images)

Rory McIlroy earns share of clubhouse lead at weather-hit Genesis Invitational

Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy plays his second shot on the 16th hole during day two of the Hero Dubai Desert Classic at Emirates Golf Club. (Photo by Ross Kinnaird/Getty Images)

Rory McIlroy keeping the faith for Dubai fightback
Rory McIlroy believes another astonishing comeback victory at the Hero Dubai Desert Classic is not out of the question despite trailing by seven shots at halfway.
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Will Patching's loan move to Coleraine has now turned into a permanent transfer

Ruaidhri Higgins pleased to keep 'very elegant' midfielder at The Showgrounds

Coleraine defender Kodi Lyons-Foster is set for a spell out of action with injury

Coleraine ace set for substantial period of time out confirms Ruaidhri Higgins

Larne's Mark Randall has agreed a new contract at Inver Park. (Photo by David Maginnis/Pacemaker Press)

Larne confirm contract extensions for key duo

Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy tackling the DP World Tour Championship in Dubai. (Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty Images)

Rory McIlroy 'really inspired' by Justin Rose as he targets longevity

Rory McIlroy putts on the 18th green on day four of the Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship 2025 at Yas Links Golf Course

Rory McIlroy record low high point of Abu Dhabi 'confidence-builder' run

Northern Ireland's Mark Allen. (Photo by George Wood/Getty Images)

Mark Allen's NI Open dream over at semi-final stage in Belfast

Jordan Brown earned a big win over reigning world champion Zhao Xintong at the NI Open

Jordan Brown loves playing at home as he beats world champion in NI Open

Kyren Wilson will defend his Northern Ireland Open crown this week at the Waterfront Hall. (Photo: WST)

Stories of Alex Higgins is why I love the NI Open: Kyren Wilson

Ryan Vickers will return to the British Superbike Championship in 2026 with Honda Racing UK.

Ryan Vickers joins Honda Racing for 2026 BSB challenge

Northern Ireland's Jonathan Rea is set to retire from the World Superbike Championship at this weekend's final round of 2025 at Jerez in Spain. (Photo by Tim Fritzsch/www.timfritzsch.com)

Jonathan Rea linked to 2026 options ahead of World Superbike retirement

Captain Luke Donald of Team Europe poses with the Ryder Cup trophy and Brenan Taylor after Team Europe defeated Team United States. (Photo by Andrew Redington/Getty Images)

The main contenders to take on Europe's 2027 Ryder Cup captaincy
Once the dust settles on the 45th Ryder Cup, bosses of both Ryder Cup Europe and the PGA of America will soon get down to the business of contemplating captains for the next match at Adare Manor in Ireland.
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Sir Nick Faldo at the Betfred British Masters as tournament host. (Photo by Ross Kinnaird/Getty Images)

Ryder Cup 'save some energy for Sunday' advice from Sir Nick Faldo

Coleraine ace Will Patching is delighted to be working with Ruaidhri Higgins yet again

New Bannsiders ace feeling right at home under familiar faces

Josh Rock (pictured) was beaten by Luke Littler in the semi-final of the World Matchplay

Josh Rock beaten in epic semi-final showdown against Luke Littler

Tommy Fleetwood shares his love for Royal Portrush Golf Club

Justin Rose tees off on the 14th hole during a practice round at Royal Portrush. (Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty Images)

Justin Rose over Masters 'comedown' after Rory McIlroy win and ready for Open

Brian Twite, who played at The Open at Royal Portrush in 1951. (Photo: The Metropolitan GC (Dayle Marshall, Head of member services)

1951 Open Championship: Royal Portrush brings back fond memories for 98-year-old

Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy reacts to his shot from the seventh tee during the final round of the Travelers Championship at TPC River Highlands. (Photo by Alex Goodlett/Getty Images)

Share of sixth for Rory McIlroy on dramatic Travelers Championship final day

Hare Krishna monk, Tom McEvitt, lived on Hare Krishna Island in Co Fermanagh

Big Interview with Co Fermanagh-based Hare Krishna monk

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Rev David McMillan, Free Presbyterian Church

Thought for the week: Prepare for death without fear

Ireland boss Andy Farrell

Andy Farrell will not shy away from Lions talk as Ireland prepare for Australia

Ireland boss Andy Farrell says the best is yet to come from his side ahead of this weekend's clash with Australia

Andy Farrell says best is yet to come from Ireland ahead of Australia clash

Ireland head coach Andy Farrell says Ireland are determined to continue their enviable track record of immediately bouncing back from defeats as they prepare to host Argentina. (Photo by Liam McBurney/PA Wire)

Andy Farrell says Ireland are determined to bounce back from All Blacks loss

Coleraine goalkeeper Max Little spoke about his career journey as the Bannsiders face Dungannon Swifts this afternoon

Coleraine 'keeper Max Little enjoying first taste of Irish League football

Kyren Wilson (right) lifted the Northern Ireland Open trophy after beating Judd Trump at the Waterfront Hall. Photo: World Snooker Tour

Kyren Wilson beats Judd Trump to claim Northern Ireland Open

Rory McIlroy (right) and his father, Gerry, embrace on the 18th green at St Andrews. The McIlroys' third round in the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship was played on the day of Gerry's 65th birthday. (Photo by Robert Perry/PA Wire)

Birthday hug for Rory McIlroy and dad Gerry at St Andrews

Connor Goldson has departed Rangers. PIC: Steve Welsh/PA Wire

Rangers sell Connor Goldson to Aris Limassol

England manager Gareth Southgate says he wants to win the Euro 2024 final so much 'it hurts'

England manager Gareth Southgate primed for history bid in Euro 2024 final

Letters to editor

Letter: Praise for Little-Pengelly for honouring sacrifice

Northern Ireland's Mark Allen in action against Robbie Williams during the Cazoo World Snooker Championship at the Crucible Theatre, Sheffield. (Photo by Martin Rickett/PA Wire)

Mark Allen in control over Robbie Williams at World Championship

Declan Devine (L) playing for Glentoran in the 1995/96 Irish Cup final and (R) now interim manager. PICS: Pacemaker

Declan Devine recalls memories from famous Glentoran Irish Cup win

British teenager Oliver Bearman, who will be handed his Formula One debut as a last-minute stand-in for Ferrari's Carlos Sainz at this weekend's Saudi Arabian Grand Prix

British drivers who have represented Ferrari throughout the years

Mr William Fay (centre), of Newcastle Road, Portaferry, with his reserve champion which fetched £174 at the show and sale of calves which was held at Newtownards at the start of January 1984. Included are auctioneer Mr Robert McKeown (left) and Mr James Neill, of Farmers’ Veterinary Supplies, Kircubbin. Picture: Farming Life archives/Darryl Armitage

‘Operation Noah’s Ark’ needed in province warns local producers (1967)

Ulster Rugby have parted ways with head coach Dan McFarland. PIC: Niall Carson/PA

Ulster Rugby confirm departure of head coach Dan McFarland

Dan McFarland is set to leave Ulster Rugby. PIC: Colm Lenaghan/Pacemaker

Dan McFarland's Ulster Rugby departure set to be confirmed on Wednesday

Ireland head coach Andy Farrell poses with the Six Nations trophy. PIC: Brian Lawless/PA Wire.

Ireland eschew drastic changes for Six Nations defence after World Cup setback

Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy and Tommy Fleetwood bump fists on the 18th green after Fleetwood holed a putt to win the Dubai Invitational

Rory McIlroy undone by bogey at 18th as Tommy Fleetwood seals victory

Andy Farrell during the British and Irish Lions Head Coach announcement at One Creechurch Place, London

Andy Farrell's British and Irish Lions appointment 'beyond words'

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