The firing was a first in tournament history and Finland’s ninth-place finish stands as their worst in its 50-year history. No Italian rider has become been crowned a men’s world champion since 2008. Duncan AlexanderIreland at the Rugby World CupRugby union’s World Cup is relatively young compared to other major sports (the first edition was held in 1987), meaning it is host to all manner of odd foibles. Ireland have never made it past the quarter-finals at the Rugby World Cup. Ireland have reached the World Cup quarter-finals eight times, but have never progressed further.

Source: International New York Times April 03, 2026 16:33 UTC