The President has paid tribute to the Irish Rugby Team who have won the Grand Slam for the just the third time.
Michael D Higgins says it is a fantastic achievement, not only for the team and their coaches, but for everyone who enjoys and supports Irish sport.
They achieved a clean sweep of victories in this year's six nations with a win over England in London.
Homecoming: Celebrate Ireland’s Grand Slam on Sunday afternoon in @AvivaStadium
Welcome the Ireland rugby heroes home at 4.30pm on Sunday at the home of Irish Rugby.
Download your free ticket from https://t.co/gzmhHs0fDe pic.twitter.com/0SXCVEs2EV
— Irish Rugby (@IrishRugby) March 17, 2018
President Higgins thanked the team for providing a wonderful memory on a Saint Patrick's Day never to be forgotten.
"Today's performance and the tremendous team effort throughout the tournament have ensured that this superb Irish team have secured a place in sporting history."
Statement by President Michael D. Higgins on Ireland's #GrandSlam win: https://t.co/Krv63GFWuq
— President of Ireland (@PresidentIRL) March 17, 2018
Sports Minister Shane Ross described it as the sweetest of victories to the greatest of teams.
The sweetest of victories to the greatest of teams ! On to Tokyo ! pic.twitter.com/R8IE6Y8Jse
— Shane Ross (@Shane_RossTD) March 17, 2018
The Taoiseach has also congratulated the team.
Leo Varadkar says it is a truly proud moment for Irish people at home and throughout the world today and one that will remain in our memories for many years to come.
It’s great to meet Parvaneh who co-founded Georgetown women’s rugby football club, especially on this amazing day for #IREvENG #stpatricksday pic.twitter.com/X254fcoTxh
— Leo Varadkar (@campaignforleo) March 17, 2018
