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With Liam Beckett's book recalling his time at the side of the late motorcycling icon, we ask if the sport's tragedies outweigh its triumphs
Belfast City Council unveil memorial sculpture honouring the Sailortown boxing great
Georgie's genius is given the cinematic treatment, but Daniel Gordon's new biopic doesn't edit around the personal oblivion that defined the footballer's latter days
As Belfast prepares to host Britain's finest athletes, it's the hard work of our own heroes that shines through the noise around this year's BBC gala
With his side on the cusp of history, the international coach has laid the foundations for a bright footballing future far beyond Euro 2016
With Belfast's undefeated world champion expected to breeze through his US debut, fans should be reminded that boxing is full of uncertainty
Students at the University of Ulster's York Street Campus exhibit work in photography, fashion, architecture and more alongside invited artists from around the world
Celebrity mentalist on giving up a high-paid teaching job to follow his creative dream, and how he can make people believe 'that miracles are possible'
Opera for kids, shows translated to English for the first time and free song downloads for parents – festival director Ali Fitzgibbon on giving audiences something new from March 6 – 13
Padraig Coyle recalls the remarkable achievements of Ireland's greatest ever rugby player
Two traditional performers share their love of bluegrass music in Derry and Belfast this coming weekend
The 143rd Open Championship victor from Holywood takes his place in the hall of Northern Irish sporting greats
Tracing the iffy singles and terrace anthems accompanying football's greatest stage through the years
The extraordinary Dunlop family are the focus of DoubleBand Films' new documentary on the thrilling sport of road racing
Padraig Coyle appraises the Carnlough man's impressive second campaign as leader of Liverpool FC
The negative and positive experiences of foreign settlers is explored in a collaborative new theatre production
The singer has a new album and headline slot at Belfast Music Week to look forward to. 'Things couldn't be better'
Playwright John Breen tells the story of Munster rugby team's historic 1978 victory over the All Blacks at the Waterfront Hall
The legendary folk singer and activist hopes to uncover some familial history when she performs in The MAC on October 3
A new book by musician and amateur historian Nigel Boullier documents the county's little-known musical heritage
Armagh-based equestrian and her Dutch Warmblood mount Youri aim for a top five finish at the Paralympic Games
The Ballykelly sprinter will be feeling the 'adrenaline rush' at the 2012 Paralympic Games
The track cyclist admits to being 'the freak' in his family, but all the training will be worth it for a podium finish
The 22-year old from west Belfast will make history in London this summer
The 16-year old Seaforde-born swimmer has taken the sport by storm. Up next, the London 2012 Paralympics
Armoy canoeist holds her breath for London 2012 and argues 'Ireland is a country of water, we should make the most of it'
Meet the Irish 49er team aiming for Olympic glory
Having made Northern Ireland her home, Na Liu talks China, injuries and competing at London 2012
It's been a long, hard road, but the Belfast boxer is tipped for greatness at the London 2012 Games
Author Richie Kelly uncovers weird and wonderful sporting stories from Derry~Londonderry and beyond
Listen to the new international manager's first press conference
The country Antrim swimmer balances school and a love of horticulture with a dream of competing for gold
A new book explains how sport helped to shape Ireland's infrastructure and economy
A stunning display against the Faroe Islands hints at greater things to come
The Swansea City manager looks forward to the Premiership challenge
Will Northern Ireland's golfing success lead to Portrush Open?
Golf legend Jack Nicklaus 'likes his moxie', but the Holywood golfer isn't finished yet
The Paralympic gold medalist on breaking records and running well for London 2012
The double-gold winning Paralympian nicknamed 'the white rabbit' hopes to success in London
Padraig Coyle visits the Irish language centre in Derry. Click Play Audio to listen to a podcast tour featuring Eileen O'Doherty
Author John Richardson broke par in a year - now he's looking to break Hollywood. Padraig Coyle spoke with the self confessed 'hack' about the journey and the rewards
Dame Mary Peters calls for a permanent home for Northern Ireland's sporting artifacts, and takes Padraig Coyle on a tour through the archive
Composer and cellist Neil Martin on celebrating his band's tenth birthday. Click Play Audio for a podcast featuring songs from the album Ae Fond Kiss
Take a tour of the newly restored theatre with director Pauline Ross
With an international line-up, the the Ards Guitar Festival moves into its 13th year. Check out the preview slideshow below
Lambeg drum maker Richard Sterritt talks goat skins, military history and the lost tradition of Catholic drumming. Click Play Audio for a podcast on the process of making a Lambeg drum
Sportsman, teacher and lover of the Irish language commemorated in new book. Click Play Audio for a podcast with the author Eithne McAlinden
The former Lions rugby team captain recalls his historic South African tour of 1974. Click Play Audio for an extended podcast interview
One of Antrim's finest hurlers
Winning the Sam Maguire Cup marked the fulfilment of a glittering county career
McGeeney has always played hard but fair
Former Gaelic football star turned TV pundit
Manchester United and Northern Ireland footballing legend
Barry McGuigan won the world featherweight boxing title after 15 pulsating rounds
One of the world's top golfers and Ryder Cup star
Former boxer and world flyweight champion
The life of the talented Tyrone footballer who died tragically young
The Belfast rally driver who won the Monte Carlo rally in a Mini Cooper
A remarkable racer and a remarkable man, the boy from County Antrim became a legend in his own lifetime
Coalisland-born snooker player who famously won the World Snooker Championship in 1985
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