David Kent

Ireland

News Reporter at Irish Examiner

News Reporter @irishexaminer [email protected]. DMs open. All views my own. He/him.

Articles

Masters Sunday becomes the most-watched day on Sky Sports EVER

1 week ago | dailymail.co.uk | David Kent

Rory McIlroy made history on Sunday night by becoming just the sixth man to complete golf's career Grand Slam of all four majors. The Northern Irishman ended an 11-year wait to win a major championship at Augusta after edging out Justin Rose in a nail-biting sudden-death play-off. McIlroy saw his two-shot lead evaporate after the first hole but was able to wrestle back control before a late charge from Rose forced the decider.
Barcelona women's star who appeared to touch an opponent's genitals and ask 'do you have a d***' during a match is BANNED for 'unsporting conduct and 'inappropriate touching' | Daily Mail Online

1 week ago | dailymail.co.uk | David Kent

Barcelona Women's star Mapi Leon has been slapped with a two-game suspension for allegedly proding an opponent's private parts during a match in February. The 29-year-old, who denies the charges, is accused of touching Espanyol's Daniel Caracas in a sensitive area while waiting for a corner to come in during a Liga F game. Spanish outlet ES Diario reported that the Barcelona player also asked Caracas 'do you have a d***?', an accusation again denied by Leon.
Horrified girlfriend watches MotoGP champion suffer brutal 125mph crash which has left him hospitalised with injuries 'even worse than expected'

1 week ago | dailymail.co.uk | David Kent

Horrified girlfriend watches MotoGP champion suffer brutal 125mph crash which has left him hospitalised with injuries 'even worse than expected' Jorge Martin is left with 11 broken ribs and a collapsed lung after Sunday's crash The Spaniard's girlfriend watched out in horror as the horrible scene unfolded By DAVID KENT Published: 08:23 EDT, 14 April 2025 | Updated: 08:23 EDT, 14 April 2025 MotoGP world champion Jorge Martin is recovering in hospital with 11 broken ribs and a collapsed lung...
Spot the difference! Fans notice a huge contrast in epic photos of Rory McIlroy - so can you find it?

1 week ago | dailymail.co.uk | David Kent

Spot the difference! Fans notice a huge contrast in epic photos of Rory McIlroy - so can you find it?
Luis Suarez lifts the lid on Inter Miami team-mate Lionel Messi's retirement plans ahead of next year's World Cup

1 week ago | dailymail.co.uk | David Kent

Luis Suarez lifts the lid on Inter Miami team-mate Lionel Messi's retirement plans ahead of next year's World CupArgentina legend Lionel Messi finally won the World Cup in Qatar three years agoThe 37-year-old has been coy when asked if he will feature in 2026 tournamentLISTEN NOW: It's All Kicking Off! Chris Sutton and Ian Ladyman debate the manager of the season awards... who is the best and worst?
Bayern Munich chief admits Thomas Muller 'mistakes' after messy split with 'angry' Germany legend following contract saga

1 week ago | dailymail.co.uk | David Kent

Bayern Munich's honorary president Uli Hoeness has opened up about the club's rift with Thomas Muller and the 'mistakes' made over the 35-year-old's contract. The 2014 World Cup winner is set to end his 25-year association with the Bavarian giants when his deal expires at the end of the season. Bayern have enjoyed a stellar campaign under manager Vincent Kompany and hold a six-point lead at the top of Bundesliga.
Rory McIlroy's hilarious seven-word message to his pals just moments after sealing historic Masters victory

1 week ago | dailymail.co.uk | David Kent

Rory McIlroy's hilarious seven-word message to his pals just moments after sealing historic Masters victory Rory McIlroy completed a career Grand Slam by beating Justin Rose in a playoff The world No 2 has endured 11 years at Augusta since he won his last major title And McIlroy's reaction to winning his first green jacket was picked up on camera By DAVID KENT Published: 04:00 EDT, 14 April 2025 | Updated: 04:01 EDT, 14 April 2025 Rory McIlroy's joy and relief at finally winning the Masters...
Cambridge men's Boat Race coach fires shots after TWO rowers were ruled out in eligibility row - and hails 'best crew' after they overcame star-studded Oxford | Daily Mail Online

1 week ago | dailymail.co.uk | David Kent

Cambridge men's Boat Race coach fires shots after TWO rowers were ruled out in eligibility row - and hails 'best crew' after they overcame star-studded Oxford Cambridge men's coach Rob Baker pointed out that Oxford had 'three stars' But Cambridge secured the victory despite having two men ruled out of the race Tom Ford and Matt Heywood were not allowed to compete amid an eligibility row By DAVID KENT Published: 17:26 EDT, 13 April 2025 | Updated: 17:26 EDT, 13 April 2025 Coach Rob Baker...
Teenager in critical condition after serious assault in Dublin

2 weeks ago | irishexaminer.com | David Kent

A teenager is in critical condition in hospital after a serious assault in Dublin. The male teen sustained serious injuries in the incident on Greencastle Park in Coolock on Thursday, April 3. The youth was removed from the scene to Beaumont Hospital where he remains in a critical condition. GardaÃ are appealing for any witnesses to this incident to please come forward.
Messaging on road safety needs to be backed by enforcement

2 weeks ago | irishexaminer.com | David Kent

“The value of my child, for the state of Ireland in this case is a two-year sentence.” These are the words of Cesar Ladeiro in conversation with Joe Duffy on RTÉ radio in February. His son, eight-year-old, André Castro Ladeiro died on August 12, 2023, when he was run over with the green light in his favour at a pedestrian crossing in Carrigaline by John Moynihan. On February 10, Moynihan was jailed for three years, with the last suspended, for dangerous driving in a case where he pleaded guilty.