Could Ireland create an Olympic medals powerhouse?

Ireland 2029: Shaping Our Future by Ireland 2029

Aug 20, 201929:58News & Politics

Since the 2000 Olympics, New Zealand — a nation with an almost identical population to Ireland — has won 50 Olympic medals. In the same time period, Ireland has won 12. What can we learn from New Zealand's success, and c...

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