Sport in Ireland reached the quarter-finals of the 2000 Rugby League World Cup and the 2008 Rugby League World Cup. Sailing in Ireland is governed and regulated by the Irish Sailing Association in Dún Laoghaire. Events are organised by the various clubs on the coasts and on the reservoirs and lakes. The first sailing club was the Cork Water Club (now the Royal Cork Yacht Club), which was founded in 1720. Snooker and pool hold some interest in Ireland, with media coverage of most major international tournaments. The Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland have produced some of the world's most successful snooker
Sport in Ireland only allowing "A" time athletes and swimmers to attend the games. This prevented several sportspeople from competing. One of the biggest international events in Ireland is international soccer. The Republic's national team first qualified for a FIFA World Cup in 1990, reaching the quarter finals of Italia '90. In rugby union, as of 2018, Ireland's national team is ranked 2nd in the world. Ireland has produced major stars such as Keith Wood, Brian O'Driscoll and Jonathan Sexton. In golf, Ireland has produced several top golfers such as Pádraig Harrington. The traditional Gaelic games of Gaelic football and hurling are played