8-year-old Bernard is home after winning Fastest Kid on the Block title in New York

Ray was also joined in studio by Bernard's mum Kudi, originally from Nigeria, and his coach Sean Connolly.

8-year-old Bernard is home after winning Fastest Kid on the Block title in New York

Bernard Ibrogiba is the fastest 8 year old in Ireland. Bernard, who is from Newbridge Co Kildare, is known as Ireland's version of Usain Bolt.

He recently competed in a race in New York and became the fastest boy in the Metropolitan area and the Tri State area. He was up against some of the fastest kids from America's east coast - winning the 55 metre sprint title at his age group.

He is now back home and took the time to give an interview to The Ray D'Arcy Show on RTÉ Radio 1.

Ray was also joined in studio by Bernard's mum Kudi, originally from Nigeria, and his coach Sean Connolly.

The Millrose Games is an event that holds legendary status among runners and followers of athletics. Eamonn Coghlan earned his nickname as 'Chairman of the Boards' after dominating the Wanamaker Mile, which is held as part of the Games.

Eamonn Coghlan won the Mile seven times, a record only surpassed by Bernard Lagat seven years ago. Ronnie Delaney and Marcus O'Sullivan also won the race several times each as well as Niall Bruton and Mark Carroll.

In case you missed it, here’s Bernard’s winning performance.

more courts articles

Former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson arrives at court to face sex charges Former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson arrives at court to face sex charges
Case against Jeffrey Donaldson to be heard in court Case against Jeffrey Donaldson to be heard in court
Defendant in Cobh murder case further remanded in custody Defendant in Cobh murder case further remanded in custody

More in this section

Cazoo World Snooker Championship 2024 - Day Six - The Crucible Ronnie O’Sullivan makes short work of Jackson Page to reach last 16 at Crucible
Para Swimming European Swimming Championships - Day 2 Ní Riain strikes gold for the second time at European Championships
Cazoo World Snooker Championship 2024 - Day Five - The Crucible Ronnie O’Sullivan off to a flyer as quest for record eighth world title begins
Sport Push Notifications

By clicking on 'Sign Up' you will be the first to know about our latest and best sporting content on this browser.

Sign Up
Sport
Newsletter

Latest news from the world of sport, along with the best in opinion from our outstanding team of sports writers

Sign up
Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited