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Paul Mescal brings his dad to a star-studded All-Ireland Hurling Final

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It was a celeb-packed crowd in Croke Park on Sunday as Tipperary took on Cork in the All-Ireland hurling final - with The Premier County staying true to their name.

Irish actor Paul Mescal was spotted in the 'royal box' to watch the match, sitting beside retired champion jockey Rachael Blackmore and Little Bit of Love singer Tom Grennan.

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Paul, who recently went relationship official with singer Gracie Abrams, had brought his dad, also called Paul Mescal, along with him to watch the All-Ireland final, and the pair, who are both from Kildare, were giddy over the fact they had got their hands on 'free tickets'.

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Paul Mescal, Rachael Blackmore andTom Grennan at the All-Ireland. Pic: Tom Grennan/Instagram

Speaking to BBC NI, Paul, who once played on the minor and under 21's Kildare county team, said: 'The All-Ireland final day is one of the most special days in the calendar and to be here with dad - we're so lucky to get free tickets!'

His father, Paul Senior, added: 'It's phenomenal to be here, this is the pinnacle of Irish sport and you have to be here to fully get the atmosphere.'

Ahead of the game, Paul gave his prediction on who he thought would win the match, saying he believed Cork would come out as champions.

He said: 'I'm delighted to be here. I'm here with my dad... I think Cork are very much favourites. Hopefully Tipp can stay in it in the first 40, 50 minutes to make a game of it at the end but hard to look past Cork to be honest.'

Retired jockey Rachael Blackmore and actor Paul Mescal during the GAA Hurling All-Ireland Senior Championship final match between Cork and Tipperary at Croke Park in Dublin. Photo by Seb Daly/Sportsfile
Rachael Blackmore and actor Paul Mescal during the GAA Hurling All-Ireland Final. Pic: Seb Daly/Sportsfile

Meanwhile, English singer Tom Grennan also brought his Irish dad, who is from Offay, along with him, saying: 'This has been a dream of mine to come to an All-Ireland. Now, I've got my dad with me.'

He was clearly blown away by the skill in the game, as he encouraged people to watch the match on his Instagram, writing: 'Make sure you watch, I'm not joking how good this sport is,' along with the fire emoji.

20 July 2025; Michael Breen of Tipperary celebrates with his girlfriend, Irish Olympian, Sharlene Mawdsley and the Liam MacCarthy Cup after his side's victory in the GAA Hurling All-Ireland Senior Championship final match between Cork and Tipperary at Croke Park in Dublin. Photo by Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile
Michael Breen of Tipperary celebrates with his girlfriend, Irish Olympian, Sharlene Mawdsley and the Liam MacCarthy Cup after his side's victory in the GAA Hurling All-Ireland Senior Championship final match between Cork and Tipperary at Croke Park in Dublin. Photo by Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile

Another celeb watching from the stands, who had a personal interest in the match was Olympian Sharlene Mawdsley, whose boyfriend, Mikey Breen plays corner back for Tipperary.

And it was a wonderful day to be from Tipperary as they made an incredible comeback, scoring three goals in the second half to win the game.

Congratulations Tipp!

See more in our picture gallery below:

Johnny Ryan of Tipperary and family celebrate with the Liam MacCarthy cup after their side's victory in the GAA Hurling All-Ireland Senior Championship final match between Cork and Tipperary at Croke Park in Dublin. Pic: Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile
Johnny Ryan of Tipperary and family celebrate with the Liam MacCarthy cup after their side's victory in the GAA Hurling All-Ireland Senior Championship final match between Cork and Tipperary at Croke Park in Dublin. Pic: Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile
John McGrath of Tipperary and his aunt Teresa O'Connell after the GAA Hurling All-Ireland Senior Championship final match between Cork and Tipperary at Croke Park in Dublin. Pic: Ray McManus/Sportsfile
John McGrath of Tipperary and his aunt Teresa O'Connell after the GAA Hurling All-Ireland Senior Championship final match between Cork and Tipperary at Croke Park in Dublin. Pic: Ray McManus/Sportsfile
Michael Breen of Tipperary celebrates with his girlfriend Irish Olympian Sharlene Mawdsley after the GAA Hurling All-Ireland Senior Championship final match between Cork and Tipperary at Croke Park in Dublin. Pic: Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile
Michael Breen of Tipperary celebrates with his girlfriend Irish Olympian Sharlene Mawdsley after the GAA Hurling All-Ireland Senior Championship final match between Cork and Tipperary at Croke Park in Dublin. Pic: Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile
John McGrath posing alongside his mum Mary McGrath Pic: Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile
John McGrath posing alongside his mum Mary McGrath Pic: Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile
Michael Breen of Tipperary celebrates with his girlfriend, Irish Olympian, Sharlene Mawdsley and the Liam MacCarthy Cup after his side's victory in the GAA Hurling All-Ireland Senior Championship final match between Cork and Tipperary at Croke Park in Dublin Pic: Ray McManus/Sportsfile
Michael Breen of Tipperary celebrates with his girlfriend, Irish Olympian, Sharlene Mawdsley and the Liam MacCarthy Cup after his side's victory in the GAA Hurling All-Ireland Senior Championship final match between Cork and Tipperary at Croke Park in Dublin Pic: Ray McManus/Sportsfile
Noel McGrath of Tipperary, and his son Sam, lift the Liam MacCarthy cup after victory in the GAA Hurling All-Ireland Senior Championship final match between Cork and Tipperary at Croke Park in Dublin. Pic: Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile
Noel McGrath of Tipperary, and his son Sam, lift the Liam MacCarthy cup after victory in the GAA Hurling All-Ireland Senior Championship final match between Cork and Tipperary at Croke Park in Dublin. Pic: Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile
Michael Breen of Tipperary celebrates with his girlfriend, Irish Olympian, Sharlene Mawdsley and the Liam MacCarthy Cup after his side's victory in the GAA Hurling All-Ireland Senior Championship final match between Cork and Tipperary at Croke Park in Dublin. Pic: Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile
Michael Breen of Tipperary celebrates with his girlfriend, Irish Olympian, Sharlene Mawdsley and the Liam MacCarthy Cup after his side's victory in the GAA Hurling All-Ireland Senior Championship final match between Cork and Tipperary at Croke Park in Dublin. Pic: Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile
Ronan Maher of Tipperary celebrates with his brother Pádraic, right, and Paddy McCormack after the GAA Hurling All-Ireland Senior Championship final match between Cork and Tipperary at Croke Park in Dublin. Pic: Seb Daly/Sportsfile
Ronan Maher of Tipperary celebrates with his brother Pádraic, right, and Paddy McCormack after the GAA Hurling All-Ireland Senior Championship final match between Cork and Tipperary at Croke Park in Dublin. Pic: Seb Daly/Sportsfile
Craig Morgan of Tipperary celebrates with his mother Bríd and the Liam MacCarthy Cup after his side's victory in the GAA Hurling All-Ireland Senior Championship final match between Cork and Tipperary at Croke Park in Dublin. Pic: Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile
Craig Morgan of Tipperary celebrates with his mother Bríd and the Liam MacCarthy Cup after his side's victory in the GAA Hurling All-Ireland Senior Championship final match between Cork and Tipperary at Croke Park in Dublin. Pic: Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile
Conor Stakelum and Darragh Stakelum, right, of Tipperary celebrates with supporters after the GAA Hurling All-Ireland Senior Championship final match between Cork and Tipperary at Croke Park in Dublin. Pic: Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile
Conor Stakelum and Darragh Stakelum, right, of Tipperary celebrates with supporters after the GAA Hurling All-Ireland Senior Championship final match between Cork and Tipperary at Croke Park in Dublin. Pic: Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile
Willie Connors of Tipperary celebrates with Kieran Cummins after the GAA Hurling All-Ireland Senior Championship final match between Cork and Tipperary at Croke Park in Dublin. Pic: Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile
Willie Connors of Tipperary celebrates with Kieran Cummins after the GAA Hurling All-Ireland Senior Championship final match between Cork and Tipperary at Croke Park in Dublin. Pic: Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile
Tipperary brothers- Brian McGrath, Noel McGrath, and his son Sam, and John McGrath celebrate with the Tipp team and Liam MacCarthy cup Pic: Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile
Tipperary brothers- Brian McGrath, Noel McGrath, and his son Sam, and John McGrath celebrate with the Tipp team and Liam MacCarthy cup Pic: Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile
Tipperary captain Ronan Maher lifts the Liam MacCarthy cup after the GAA Hurling All-Ireland Senior Championship final match between Cork and Tipperary at Croke Park in Dublin. Pic: Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile
Tipperary captain Ronan Maher lifts the Liam MacCarthy cup after the GAA Hurling All-Ireland Senior Championship final match between Cork and Tipperary at Croke Park in Dublin. Pic: Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile
Tipperary captain Ronan Maher lifts the Liam MacCarthy cup after victory in the GAA Hurling All-Ireland Senior Championship final match between Cork and Tipperary at Croke Park in Dublin. Pic: Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile
Tipperary captain Ronan Maher lifts the Liam MacCarthy cup after victory in the GAA Hurling All-Ireland Senior Championship final match between Cork and Tipperary at Croke Park in Dublin. Pic: Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile
Conor Stakelum of Tipperary celebrates with supporters after the GAA Hurling All-Ireland Senior Championship final match between Cork and Tipperary at Croke Park in Dublin. Pic: Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile
Conor Stakelum of Tipperary celebrates with supporters after the GAA Hurling All-Ireland Senior Championship final match between Cork and Tipperary at Croke Park in Dublin. Pic: Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile
Irish Olympian, Sharlene Mawdsley, partner of Tipperary's Michael Breen, and Ali Smith, right, celebrate with the Liam MacCarthy cup after the GAA Hurling All-Ireland Senior Championship final match between Cork and Tipperary at Croke Park in Dublin. Pic: Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile
Irish Olympian, Sharlene Mawdsley, partner of Tipperary's Michael Breen, and Ali Smith, right, celebrate with the Liam MacCarthy cup after the GAA Hurling All-Ireland Senior Championship final match between Cork and Tipperary at Croke Park in Dublin. Pic: Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile

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