He was a medal winner at the Melbourne Summer Games in 1956.
Ronnie Delany is being described as a legend of athletics.
The 1956 Olympic champion passed away yesterday at the age of 91, following a short illness.
His triumph at the Melbourne Summer Games remains Ireland's last Olympic gold in athletics.
Historian and Runner with Mullingar Harriers, Jason McKevitt says Delany was the man who put Irish athletics on the map:
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The Wexford side secured a bonus point win.
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Laois Claim Vital Win In National Camogie League
Westmeath were defeated by Kerry.
