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4 days ago
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Everything you need to know ahead of the Vhi Women's Mini Marathon
Let's go, girls! The day is here — the Vhi Women's Mini Marathon takes place this afternoon, Sunday, June 1. The beloved event will see thousands of women take to the streets of Dublin for a range of worth causes. 28,000 tickets for the main event are sold out, and the virtual mini-marathon took place on Saturday, May 31. Let's go, girls! The day is here — the Vhi Women's Mini Marathon takes place this afternoon, Sunday, June 1. Pic: David Fitzgerald/Sportsfile EVOKE are the 2025 media partner for the Vhi Women's Mini Marathon — here's everything you need to know… The Vhi Women's Mini Marathon starts on Fitzwilliam Place, Dublin 2 at 12.30pm. Participants are urged to get into their 'wave' by 11.30am. Final arrival is at 12pm latest. The 10km race finishes on Lower Baggot Street, Dublin 2. EVOKE confirm there will be water stations along the way, with the first station after the 3km mark on the Stillorgan Road near the Teresian School. The second will be at 6km on the Stillorgan Road near Belfield Bridge. A third and final station is situated outside AIB Place in Ballsbridge following the 8km mark. The Vhi Women's Mini Marathon starts on Fitzwilliam Place, Dublin 2 at 12.30pm. Participants are urged to get into their 'wave' by 11.30am. Final arrival is at 12pm latest. Pic: Getty Images Yes! There are more pacers than ever before, with participants encouraged to follow a pacer throughout the run, particularly if you are looking to finish the 10km in a certain time. Options include 40, 45, 50, 55, 60, 65, 70, 90 and 120 minutes. Only clear bags and small bags no larger than A4 size are permitted into the event, and will be subject to searches. Bag drop locations are colour-coded to match your assigned wave. All bag drops open from 10.30am. White and Pink wave participants use the bag drop at Fitzwilliam Square with entry via Pembroke Street Upper and Leeson Street Lower while Blue and Orange can use the Baggot Street drop (entry via Hume Street and St Stephen's Green). Those in the green wave must drop their bags on Mount Street Upper, with access via Herbert Place and Mount Street Crescent and yellow wave participants will drop their bags to the Merrion Square South drop, with access via Merrion Square West and North. Yes! There are more pacers than ever before at the Vhi Women's Mini Marathon, with participants encouraged to follow a pacer throughout the run, particularly if you are looking to finish the 10km in a certain time. Pic: Ramsey Cardy/Sportsfile From 8am on Saturday, Herbert Street is closed while Merrion Street Upper, Ely Place, Pembroke Street, Merrion Square West, Dawson Street and Kildare Street all close from 8.30am. Further road closures take place from 10am and 11.30am including Leeson Street Lower, Leeson Street Upper, Donnybrook Road and Pembroke Road. For the full list of road closures and opening times go here. Elsewhere, the Cork City Marathon takes place on Sunday, June 1 with the marathon kicking off at 8.15am from the Patrick Street and the Half Marathon beginning at 10.15am on Monahan Road. The races will naturally impact traffic in and around the city with the city centre streets closed for most of the day. North Main Street, Liberty Street, Kyles Street, Adelaide Street and Castle Street closed at 7am on Sunday and will remain closed until 4pm, while St Patrick's Street is closed until 6om. The Jack Lynch tunnel will remain open for the day but will operate at contra-flow system from 12pm until 1pm. The full list of closures is available here.
Extra.ie
08-05-2025
- Sport
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Dublin camogie star stresses the importance of championing women in sport
Women's sport has made huge strides in Ireland in recent years, but there's no denying that more could be done to champion players across the board. Niamh Comerford, 23, has opened up about the need for more support for female-led sports, in order to break down walls and make way for the next generation. Speaking in a new interview, the Dublin camogie player looked back on her earlier years in the sport and the female role models who helped her climb the ladder. Women's sport has made huge strides in Ireland in recent years, but there's no denying that more could be done to champion players across the board. Pic: Supplied Speaking to EVOKE at the launch of Harvey Norman's new GAA sponsorships, Niamh said: 'Thinking back to when I was a young girl looking up to the senior team, they are an inspiration. 'I'm aware that some might be looking up to our team. We are the inspiration for the younger ones, so I'm aware of that. 'I like to try to include everyone [at club level] and try to foster that involvement, and try to keep girls in the sport, especially around the ages of 14, 15, 16 when the drop-off happens,' Niamh added. Niamh Comerford, 23, has opened up about the need for more support for female-led sports, in order to break down walls and make way for the next generation. Pic: Supplied 'It's about making sure it's fun, it's competitive, it's enjoyable.' Niamh was introduced to the sporting world from a very young age, having played both football and camogie before finding her true calling. Niamh spoke to EVOKE at the launch of Harvey Norman's new GAA sponsorships. The brand is expanding its GAA Partnership portfolio, and now is the official sponsor of GAA Hawk-Eye, Official Stats Sponsor for the Men's Senior Football and Hurling Championship and also the Camogie Association Stats Sponsor.
Extra.ie
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
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Home of the Year winner wins again as Best Dressed at Punchestown
A former Home of the Year winner is winning once again, this time taking the title of overall Best Dressed at the 2025 Punchestown Festival. Belfast woman Ciara Denvir stole the show in a stunning black and white ensemble. The sun was once again shining as crowds of eager revellers packed into Punchestown for the fourth day of the racing festival. Ciara Denvir, from Belfast, who was the overall winner of the Bollinger Best Dressed at the Punchestown Festival. Pic: Michael Chester And it was a very lucky day for Ciara, who had never been to the races before this week. Ciara Denvir, from Belfast, who was the overall winner of the Bollinger Best Dressed at the Punchestown Festival. Pic: Michael Chester Speaking to EVOKE following her win, she revealed that she picked up her gorgeous hat from Awon Golding, a millinery based in London. Ciara Denvir, from Belfast, who was the overall winner of the Bollinger Best Dressed at the Punchestown Festival. Pic: Michael Chester Her shoes are from Prada, while the stunning polka dot blouse was acquired from Coosy Studio in Spain. Meanwhile, Ciara's black skirt was a purchase from Romania's ATU Body Couture, meaning the outfit is from across the world. This is the second big win for Ciara in the last number of years, as she and husband Peter Boyle were crowned the winners of the popular RTE show Home of the Year in 2019.
Extra.ie
30-04-2025
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Longford woman scoops Best Dressed prize on Day Two at Punchestown
Glamorous revellers descended on Punchestown for the second day of the racing festival. Punters were spotted soaking up the April sunshine on Wednesday afternoon. The focus was on fashion with women showing a range of stylish ensembles. Oniesa Owens at the Ladbrokes Gold Cup Day at the Punchestown Racing Festival. Pic: Brian McEvoy Photography Oniesa Owens was the second winner of the Bollinger Best Dressed competition. Oniesa, who works as a tyre saleswoman, looked super chic as rocked a black-and-white outfit. Finalists at the Bollinger Best Dressed competition on Day Two of the Punchestown Festival. Speaking to EVOKE, she said: 'I just love fashion. I love dressing up, I love style and that stems back generations to my grandmother,' 'I'd love [my daughter] to love style like I do,' Oniesa continued. Oniesa Owens who was the winner of the Bollinger Best Dressed competition on Day Two of the Punchestown Festival. On Tuesday, Genevieve Ryan was named best dressed as the racing festival kicked off. She turned heads in a stunning polka dot outfit. The feature race of the day was the Ladbrokes Gold Cup. Galopin Des Champs, with Paul Townend up, clear the last on their way to winning the Ladbrokes Punchestown Gold Cup Chase. Pic: David Fitzgerald/Sportsfile A host of well-known personalities turned out to see Galopin Des Champ bounce back from disappointment at the Cheltenham Festival to land the Grade One race. Former Republic of Ireland footballer and Ladbrokes brand ambassador Shane Long was spotted enjoying the racing festivities. Former Republic of Ireland footballer and Ladbrokes brand ambassador Shane Long at the Ladbrokes Gold Cup Day at the Punchestown Racing Festival. Pic: Brian McEvoy Photography Also taking in the action were the likes of Elaine Crowley, Marty Morrissey and Meghann Scully. Elaine Crowley at the Ladbrokes Gold Cup Day at the Punchestown Racing Festival. Pic: Brian McEvoy Photography Speaking about the Punchestown Festival, Alex Apati of Ladbrokes said: 'The Punchestown Racing Festival is always a must-attend event in the Irish racing calendar, with fantastic energy all-round.' Meghann Scully at the Ladbrokes Gold Cup Day at the Punchestown Racing Festival. Pic: Brian McEvoy Photography 'The Ladbrokes Gold Cup is no doubt the showstopper to top off an exhilarating day at the racecourse.' Marty Morrissey at the Ladbrokes Gold Cup Day at the Punchestown Racing Festival. Pic: Brian McEvoy Photography Check out all the style from Ladbrokes Gold Cup Day at the Punchestown Festival below: Karen Glennon and Pauline Glennon at the Ladbrokes Gold Cup Day at the Punchestown Racing Festival. Pic: Brian McEvoy Photography Rachel Morgan and Anna Rafter at the Ladbrokes Gold Cup Day at the Punchestown Racing Festival. Pic: Brian McEvoy Photography Meghann Scully and Nicola Egan at the Ladbrokes Gold Cup Day at the Punchestown Racing Festival. Pic: Brian McEvoy Photography Lisa Tilson and Nicola Sills Lyons at the Ladbrokes Gold Cup Day at the Punchestown Racing Festival. Pic: Brian McEvoy Photography Aileen O'Brien, Maeve Corbett and Denise O'Brien at the Ladbrokes Gold Cup Day at the Punchestown Racing Festival. Pic: Brian McEvoy Photography Sharon Regan at the Ladbrokes Gold Cup Day at the Punchestown Racing Festival. Pic: Brian McEvoy Photography Nicola Egan at the Ladbrokes Gold Cup Day at the Punchestown Racing Festival. Pic: Brian McEvoy Photography Chris Burke at the Ladbrokes Gold Cup Day at the Punchestown Racing Festival. Pic: Brian McEvoy Photography Marietta Doran at the Ladbrokes Gold Cup Day at the Punchestown Racing Festival. Pic: Brian McEvoy Photography Isabel Gleeson at the Ladbrokes Gold Cup Day at the Punchestown Racing Festival. Pic: Brian McEvoy Photography Katie McGovern at the Ladbrokes Gold Cup Day at the Punchestown Racing Festival. Pic: Brian McEvoy Photography Alyssa Galligan and Bronagh Rawle at the Ladbrokes Gold Cup Day at the Punchestown Racing Festival. Pic: Brian McEvoy Photography Katie McGovern, Martha McSharry, Maria Gorsky and Samantha Brence at the Ladbrokes Gold Cup Day at the Punchestown Racing Festival. Pic: Brian McEvoy Photography Katie Sherratt and Chloe Scott at the Ladbrokes Gold Cup Day at the Punchestown Racing Festival. Pic: Brian McEvoy Photography Dr Fiona Grant at the Ladbrokes Gold Cup Day at the Punchestown Racing Festival. Pic: Brian McEvoy Photography Nomi Brennan at the Ladbrokes Gold Cup Day at the Punchestown Racing Festival. Pic: Brian McEvoy Photography Dawn Knight and Davinia Knight at the Ladbrokes Gold Cup Day at the Punchestown Racing Festival. Pic: Brian McEvoy Photography Marty Morrissey and Avril Kelly Carter at the Ladbrokes Gold Cup Day at the Punchestown Racing Festival. Pic: Brian McEvoy Photography Helen Johnson, Vicky Shaw and Sarah at the Ladbrokes Gold Cup Day at the Punchestown Racing Festival. Pic: Brian McEvoy Photography Avril Kelly Carter at the Ladbrokes Gold Cup Day at the Punchestown Racing Festival. Pic: Brian McEvoy Photography Katie Young at the Ladbrokes Gold Cup Day at the Punchestown Racing Festival. Pic: Brian McEvoy Photography Philipa Armstrong and Diggy Rodber at the Ladbrokes Gold Cup Day at the Punchestown Racing Festival. Pic: Brian McEvoy Photography Racegoers on Day Two of the Punchestown Festival. Pic: David Fitzgerald/Sportsfile
Extra.ie
29-04-2025
- Entertainment
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In Pics: All the glam as punters enjoy opening day at Punchestown
The Punchestown Festival kicked off on Tuesday afternoon with many punters getting dressed up to the nines on the opening day. Thousands of racing fans from Ireland and beyond descended on the Kildare racecourse. The five-day spectacle is the grand finale of the National Hunt season. Sisters Nicola and Sophie Kirwan from Johnstown, Co Kildare. Pic: David Fitzgerald/Sportsfile Plenty of action is to be expected with record prize money and star horses on show. Sligo-born mum Genevieve Ryan was named best dressed on the opening day with the former Guard's daughter helping her to scoop the gong. Genevieve Ryan, from Co Roscommon, who was the winner of the Bollinger Best Dressed competition on the opening day of the Punchestown Festival. Pic: Michael Chester The stylish lady turned heads on the racecourse in a stunning black and white polka dot outfit. She told EVOKE how she made use of her daughter, Lily-Mae's teddy bear to complete the look, after the toddler offered it up as a suggestion. 'I had the skirt and hat, but I was looking for a polka dot fabric, so I bought one myself, which I had originally planned on using, and then my four-year-old girl said, 'No, Mommy, this is the same, use this,'' Genevieve said. Other stunning looks from the opening day can be seen below. Katie Young from Kildare. Pic: David Fitzgerald/Sportsfile Denise Walsh from Clane. Pic: INPHO/Morgan Treacy Raymond and Gillian Gilbourne. Pic: Niall Carson/PA Wire Jane Mulroney from Dublin. Pic: INPHO/Morgan Treacy Ellie McNamee, Samantha Tansey, Ellie Doherty, Nicola Kirwan and Sophie Kirwan. Pic: David Fitzgerald/Sportsfile Faith Amond, Catherine Byrne and Liz Maher. Pic: INPHO/Morgan Treacy Lily Rose Temple from Dublin. Pic: David Fitzgerald/Sportsfile Gillian Gilbourne from Millstreet, Co Cork. Pic: David Fitzgerald/Sportsfile Lisa Walsh from Meath and Genevieve Ryan from Roscommon. Pic: David Fitzgerald/Sportsfile Sinead Hanrahan and Helen Doyle from Naas. Pic: INPHO/Morgan Treacy
