Rio 2016 Olympic Games
Athletes from Team GB and Team Ireland compete in the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio.
Olympic medallist Chambers calls time on rowing career
London 2012 silver medal-winning rower Richard Chambers has announced his retirement from the sport.
The Coleraine man, who has twice been crowned world champion, will now take up a coaching position with Cambridge University.
Chambers was fourth in his semi-final at Rio 2016 alongside double sculls teammate Will Fletcher and missed out on a place in the final.
Reflecting on his career the three-time Olympian, whose younger brother Peter also represents Team GB in rowing, said he has been proud to represent his country.
“I have had a career in rowing which has been much greater than I could have ever dreamed,” continued Chambers.
“I never believed that I would make one Olympic Games never mind three.”
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Barnes turns professional and targets Belfast debut
Belfast boxer Paddy Barnes has announced his decision to turn professional following disappointment at the Rio Olympics.
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NI sailors McGovern and Seaton finish 10th in 49er class
Northern Ireland sailors Ryan Seaton and Matt McGovern finished 10th in the 49er class, after ending Thursday in ninth in the medal race.
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Boxing chief moved from post after judging controversy
The head of Olympic boxing's governing body has been "reassigned" in the wake of judging controversy which has blighted the Rio Games.