Full coverage: Sports

Ireland is emerging as a global leader in the world of sports technology, with companies striking deals with everyone from Barcelona to Indian cricket. But just who the main players within the industry and what are their plans for the future?

Decathlon Sports, the €13 billion French sports retail giant, is poised to open its first Irish store. More are in the pipeline, as it aims to grow revenues and build market share here. Just what will this mean for Lifestyle and Elverys?

How did an obscure company in Dublin 4 become part of a global asset hunt? And what happens next? Confidential documents, court judgements, affidavits and international filings reveal the real story behind the collapse of MP & Silva, and the role of Ireland in its operations.