The former footballer set to be one of Sligo s first Olympians
Chris O’Donnell was a part of the mixed 4x400m relay team that sealed Ireland’s qualification earlier this month. By Paul Fennessy Sunday 23 May 2021, 7:00 AM 1 hour ago 4,519 Views 1 Comment
Ireland s Chris O Donnell (file pic).
Image: Morgan Treacy/INPHO
Image: Morgan Treacy/INPHO
CHRIS O’DONNELL SAYS that Ireland’s qualification for the Olympics in the 4×400 mixed relay was the result of “over a year” of planning, but on some level, he has spent most of his life preparing for that incredible moment on 1 May.
He was far from a typical kid growing up. Entering his teens, he made a conscious choice to avoid nightclubs and alcohol.