A look into Ireland’s Six Nations clash against Italy
Level-five lockdown has slumped Ireland into mourning this weekend.
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The GAA is a staunch organisation that wants to protect its value and appreciation in Irish culture, this includes the rule on amateurism. It is frustrating though seeing these athletes train and live like professionals and maintaining a full-time job to top it off. Many of the GAA stars do receive car sponsorship and marketing deals but that only applies to a few.
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