A note on a boat, an invite withdrawn, and Prince Albert of Monaco: Ireland's Winter Olympics debut

It's only a week until the 2026 Winter Olympic Games get underway in Milano-Cortina in Italy. Four athletes will represent Team Ireland, in what will be their ninth appearance at the Winter Games. Ireland’s debut at the Games in 1992 is a fascinating story - all starting with a note left taped to a boat at the Henley Regatta. 

Terry McHugh, a six-time Olympian and part of the '92 bobsleigh team, spoke to our own Cameron Hill.

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