#perspective
'What I did learn after Brother Damien passing away is there is a lot more to life'
Camogie – and winning – went from being the be all and end all, to meaning so little in the grand scheme of things for Grace Walsh.
'You stop and you think, ‘There’s far more to life than a footy game''
Connacht coach Andy Friend tells The42 about his nomadic coaching journey.
'It makes you realise how special it is what Munster has. It's very hard to replicate'
Tommy O’Donnell explains how his family have helped him to develop resilience.
'You think nothing is going to harm you. But then you see real life experience and it hits home'
Three-time All-Ireland winner Pádraic Maher discusses the distressing events he has witnessed as a Garda.
'My kids aren't going to love me less' - Emotional All Blacks front up to defeat
The All Blacks were still hurting badly this morning after their defeat to England.
'It was the best thing I ever did. When I came back, I just appreciated it more'
Kilkenny joint captain Meighan Farrell is back and looking to make it third time lucky in the All-Ireland senior camogie final.
'How lucky are we that we can go out and play? Anytime the going gets tough, I think of her'
Waterford star Niamh Rockett’s story of triumph over adversity is a remarkable one. But she looks elsewhere for inspiration.
'You see little kids in Africa kicking around plastic bottles on the street in their bare feet'
Defence Forces member Siobhan O’Sullivan reflects on her working life and her decision to switch allegiances from Sligo to Kildare.
'I got perspective on my priorities, how I want to try to live and what's important to me'
Nasi Manu of Pro14 side Benetton has come through testicular cancer and chemotherapy.
After a week of stick, Groves salutes arch nemesis DeGale on retirement
George Groves tore into James DeGale at every opportunity this week, but paused today to pay tribute to his rival.
Pochettino offers extensive clarification on claim that winning cups 'only builds your ego'
‘The fans that aren’t happy, with perspective in the future, they will appreciate everything everyone is doing for this football club.’
'Trophies build egos' - Pochettino shrugs off cup exits as he targets bigger prizes for Spurs
Tottenham look set for another season without silverware but the Argentine isn’t hitting the panic button just yet.
Kyrie Irving reveals he called LeBron this week to apologise, dominates Raptors in thriller
Steph Curry, meanwhile, set a new NBA record last night.
Going home to be a father keeps All Black challenge in perspective for Earls
The 31-year-old is set to face New Zealand for the fifth time on Saturday.
'Why are you smiling?': Sarri reveals bemusement at fun-loving Klopp after Hazard goal
The Italian was impressed that his German counterpart was still enjoying the spectacle at Stamford Bridge despite his team trailing at the time.
Death of talented young footballer the 'predominant thought' for new Kerry manager Keane
Cahersiveen native Peter Keane has been appointed the Kerry manager on a three-year term.
Rashford arguably developing more quickly than Ronaldo and Kane, says Southgate
England manager Gareth Southgate says Marcus Rashford is a special talent who needs time to develop.
My worst time? This is not even close, says Sharapova
“What’s challenging is when you’re a teenager and you have a few hundred dollars and you’ve got no sense of the future,” she said.
'There is no money that can pay for happiness. I was born poor. I don't mind dying poor'
Fabio Coentrao is quite content to take a step out of the spotlight.
Saving a life more important than a gold medal - Michael Phelps
The US swimmer has spoken before of falling into depression after each Olympics.
Djokovic dismisses on-court problems when there 'are people starving to death'
The Serb advanced to the third round of the French Open but was far from his best.
'A big thing is putting things in perspective and it's something I do every minute'
Keith Earls is enjoying the best rugby of his career.
'Rugby has been a stress reliever': Ulster's Paul Marshall opens up about young son's cancer diagnosis
The scrum-half made his 200th appearance for the province on Friday evening.
Carl Frampton and wife Christine to visit children in Kenya for Trócaire Christmas appeal
The Belfast boxer will spend four days in the East African country just over a week after his 10-round war with Horacio Garcia.
'We earn a lot of money. I'd give away all the money to be healthy again, to play football'
Marco Reus also admitted he’ll at least consider a move away from Dortmund next summer.
'That's where real tragedy and devastation take place, not on the field of dreams'
Mayo manager Frank Browne on the burning desire to guide his side to All-Ireland glory, and using football to deal with loss.
'I suppose they can't use that stick to beat me with anymore'
Joe Canning says that winning an All-Ireland won’t define him but will take some of the pressure off.
Sean Cronin bouncing back with renewed appetite after neck injury lay-off
“It puts things into perspective,” says the hooker after suffering two injuries since the birth of his twin boys.
Andy Murray pays tribute to victims of UK terror attacks after progressing in French Open
Murray defeated Karen Khachanov in the fourth round of the tournament today.
Use your phone to journal - and improve your day
Let’s find out how to remember what on earth we did last week.
'There is so much more than football in this world' - Dortmund player talks about bombing
The investigation has centred on a sole “Islamist” suspect in custody.
Jason Day breaks down in tears as he withdraws from WGC to be with cancer-stricken mother
The 29-year-old conceded his first-round match with Pat Perez after just six holes.
Irish champion kickboxer knows exactly why success can never be life or death
Caradh O’Donovan has gone through a difficult period but competes in the European Championships in Greece this week.
Lenihan a man still in love with the game despite rugby's changing face
The second row has born witness to some pivotal moments in rugby history, but also times when it has been put in stark perspective.
'There's more important things in life than sport' - Joe Canning hails Davy Fitz return
Canning says the real victory was seeing the Clare boss return to the sideline after a recent health scare.
'Football is not important' - Belgium training cancelled following Brussels explosions
The country’s footballers have expressed their shock at this morning’s tragic events.
Luke Fitzgerald staying positive despite another injury setback
The Leinster back is targeting a return to his province in time for the business-end of the PRO12.
Emotional scenes at Celtic Park last night as club hosted terminally ill ex-Rangers player
Fernando Ricksen was diagnosed with motor neuron disease in 2013.
'Jackie would want us to go out and play the game to the best of our ability'
Thurles Sarsfields are determined to put on a performance to honour the memory of their late team trainer, Jackie Griffin.
Why Jose Mourinho deserves our compassion
Jose Mourinho’s father underwent surgery on a brain hemorrhage and has been seriously ill. It puts Chelsea’s current woes into perspective, writes Paul Allen.
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