Transplant Athletes Shine at British Games | Cork News

Transplant Sport Ireland dominated the British Transplant Games in Sheffield, sweeping 22 medals—including 11 golds—with a 19-member squad. Val Weblin, living with cystic fibrosis and a double transplant, won three medals while his living donor, Rosaline, cheered him on. Athletes like Mike Keohane added to the legacy with his 11th straight gold in racewalk, while young stars like Donnacha Horan shone too. Living donors also competed, including Dr. Deirdre O’Gorman, who donated part of her liver to her niece—also a medalist. The games honored organ donation through sport, community, and unforgettable moments of resilience and gratitude. 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/b4051dba5869ecf5