- Dublin opted not to appeal their All-Ireland Final loss to Cork and there were reasons as to why Hawk-Eye was not in use at Croker.
- Sue Ronan will step down as Republic of Ireland manager in November to focus on her role as Head of Women's Football for the FAI.
- Golf legend Arnold Palmer passed away at the age of 87 leaving behind a great legacy and after a career in which he won seven majors including four Masters titles.
PICTURE: Leinster skipper Isa Nacewa gets a hand with his strappings of one of the youngfellas!