Katie Taylor is one of the most admired Irish people out there never mind sportspeople, and it's easy to see why.
Aside from a glittering list of honours which could take up this entire article, she always conducts herself with class and treats her opponents with respect despite boxing being a sport where 'trash-talk' is seen as a necessary step by many fighters to build up their profile.
But the 36-year-old has shown that you can cultivate a massive following while staying true to yourself and not resorting to the bravado of so many other fighters across all combat sports.
