Irish Athletes Celebrate Life Through Transplants | Cork News

Twenty Irish athletes, all organ or bone marrow transplant recipients, are competing in Sheffield at the British Transplant Games — a vibrant celebration of life and tribute to donors. From snooker champion Val Weblin, who transformed from wheelchair-bound to active family man, to Mike Keohane chasing his 11th gold in racewalking, each athlete embodies resilience. Anna Pokojska and Karol Donnelly share how their transplants restored vitality and purpose, while young Donnacha Horan, who received two liver transplants at six, proves age is no barrier. Their stories unite around one truth: organ donation gives second chances — and these athletes are living proof. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/c8d951730a257a4f