Brian O'Driscoll Rejected by Exclusive Tennis Club as Katja Mia Shares Scary Gym Experience
This weekend in Irish celebrity news, we saw a mix of heart warming moments, nerve-wracking encounters, and one of the country's greatest sporting legends getting a surprise rejection. Life is a Rollercoaster after all…let's get into it!
Irish rugby legend Brian O'Driscoll may have conquered the world of sport, but it seems his skills on the pitch haven't impressed the gatekeepers of one of Ireland's most exclusive tennis clubs. The former Ireland captain has been denied membership at Dublin's prestigious Fitzwilliam Lawn Tennis Club (FLTC), leaving many of its 2,000 members scratching their heads.
The club, known for its strict and secretive membership process, refused to comment on why O'Driscoll didn't make the cut. When pressed, a spokesperson responded with a firm 'Nothing,' as if delivering a final-set tiebreak shutout.
It's speculated that the rugby great fell short of the club's 'rackets-focused' ethos, which prioritizes a strong background in tennis or squash. While O'Driscoll has recently taken up padel, it appears that swinging a smaller racket isn't enough to ace an FLTC membership.
With an €8,000 joining fee and annual dues of over €2,500, Fitzwilliam is a club where once you're in, you never leave—because, well, you'll never get back in. But if O'Driscoll can survive Six Nations battles, surely a little tennis club rejection won't break his serve!
TV presenter Katja Mia has shared a frightening experience that left her 'shaking' while working out in her apartment complex's gym.
She was exercising alone when she spotted a man in a tracksuit hopping over the fence separating the gym from the outside. Instead of using the main entrance, he went straight to the fire escape door—one that should only open from the inside in emergencies. Without knocking or hesitating, he repeatedly pulled at the handle, trying to get in.
Despite feeling panicked, Katja stayed calm and motioned through the soundproof glass that the door was locked. She tried to act natural but felt an overwhelming urge to leave. Her heart was racing, and her hands were shaking as she quickly gathered her things and ran back to the safety of her apartment.
While she acknowledged the man could have had a reason for being there, she questioned why he would climb a fence and attempt a locked door instead of using a proper entrance. The unsettling encounter left her deeply shaken, and her story has resonated with many online, serving as a reminder to us all to always trust your instincts in uncomfortable situations. Stay safe out there folks!
Ronan Keating has been hit right in the dad feels as his youngest daughter, Coco, turned five over the weekend. The former Boyzone star took to Instagram to share a heartfelt tribute to his little girl, proving once again that, no matter what, being a dad is the best thing in the world.
Posting an adorable throwback snap alongside a recent pic, Ronan gushed about how fast time is flying, leaving fans wondering if he's been lovin' each day as if it's the last! 'Sitting on Bondi beach with Stormy laughing at ya while you do cartwheels and wondering where the 5 years have gone. Happy birthday our baby girl.' he wrote, while presumably weeping into a cool pint of Rockshore.
Fans were quick to flood the comments with love and well wishes for Coco and her family. A heartfelt tribute that proves love will save the day!
Ronan, of course, isn't just a chart-topping legend; he's also a doting dad who proves that words aren't always enough to describe the love he has for his kids. One thing's for sure—Coco has her dad wrapped around her tiny little finger. And while she may be five now, Ronan's baby girl is one step closer to swapping cuddles for eye-rolls. Happy birthday Coco!
It's been a weekend of celebrations, shocks, and sporting snubs—proving once again that nothing at all is guaranteed in the world of Irish celebrity news!
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