It’s also been the most successful year ever for Irish athletics (21 international medals won so far). There’s also one of my favourites, The Irish Times/Sport Ireland Sportswomen awards, just before Christmas, along with various other television and newspaper awards. For some athletes, the awards season can be a novelty, even a welcome distraction, the chance to meet and mix with teammates and athletes from other sports. I’m giving nothing away when saying Kate O’Connor could be called upon as much as any other Irish sportsperson. Kate O’Connor realises she has won the silver medal in the women's heptathlon at the World Athletics Championship in Tokyo in September.

Source: The Irish Times November 07, 2025 17:08 UTC