As the newbie in The Irish Times sports department, I am still quite excited by assignments that a more seasoned (or sensible) reporter might turn down. That’s how I found myself in Dún Laoghaire, ...

A new era of sailing is upon us: faster, more thrilling and destined for Formula 1-like fandom In January 2025, crowds gathered at Waitematā Harbour in Auckland, New Zealand, to watch as a fleet of ...

Getting to full speed can be simple, but maintaining that momentum is a different story. This much became apparent to me in my debut on the international Laser circuit. During one race at the European ...

The Orient Express Corinthian, set to become the world’s largest sailing cruise ship, measures 721 feet in length and has a 25,200-gross-ton displacement. Designed for a more exclusive experience, the ...