Ronnie Delany, an Olympic gold medallist for Ireland over 1500m in 1956, has died at the age of 91. In 1961, he also won gold over 800m at the World University Games in Sofia. Ronnie Delany turns 90 today. “I was saddened to hear of the death of Irish Olympic champion and running great Ronnie Delany today," Minister O'Donovan said. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.”Deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Ronnie Delany - an iconic figure of Irish sport and a thorough gentleman.

Source: Irish Examiner March 11, 2026 23:49 UTC