Daniel Wiffen makes history with gold medal for Ireland at World Championships

Armagh swimmer wins first medal for Irish person at long course championships in 800m freestyle

Ireland's Daniel Wiffen celebrates after winning gold in the Men's 800m Freestyle Final at the Doha 2024 World Aquatics Championships. Photograph: Adam Nurkiewicz/Getty Images
Ireland's Daniel Wiffen celebrates after winning gold in the Men's 800m Freestyle Final at the Doha 2024 World Aquatics Championships. Photograph: Adam Nurkiewicz/Getty Images
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Ian O'Riordan

Ian O'Riordan

Ian O'Riordan is an Irish Times sports journalist writing on athletics