Limerick clinches All-Ireland hurling title, homecomings

The All-Ireland hurling final on Sunday saw Limerick defeat Galway by a score of 129-118 to secure their sixth national championship in nine years. On Monday, July 20, both counties held separate homecoming events to honor their teams following the championship match at Croke Park in Dublin.

In Limerick, the victorious squad returned with the Liam MacCarthy Cup for a celebratory gathering at Pery Square. The event, organized jointly by Limerick GAA and Limerick City and County Council, also commemorated the county's All-Ireland minor hurling champions, who won their first national title in 42 years. Admission to the family-friendly event was free but required an e-ticket. Officials noted security checks were in operation and that alcohol, pets, and items such as buggies, scooters, and hurleys were not permitted within the event area.

Meanwhile, Galway hosted two events to pay tribute to its senior hurling team, which reached its first All-Ireland final since 2018. Galway GAA, supported by Galway City Council and emergency services, held a non-ticketed, free event at Pearse Stadium in Galway city, with doors opening at 4 p.m. and the team expected at approximately 5 p.m. A...