Ronnie Delany: A Pathfinder, Shining Example to Us All

Ron Delany, Runner Who Won Olympic Glory for Ireland, Dies at 91

As a Villanova student, he captured the 1,500-meter event in the 1956 Games in Melbourne. No Irish athlete since then has won another Olympic gold medal in track and field.

Catherine Connolly describes Ronnie Delany as 'legendary figure' after passing

Mr Delany’s death was announced on Wednesday just days after he celebrated his 91st birthday

Ronnie Delany: A pathfinder, shining example to us all

Following the death of Ronnie Delany, his achievements on the track were recalled by John Treacy and Eamon Coghlan, with both of the view that his success at the 1956 Olympics was truly remarkable given the global nature of athletics.