Fir Fáinne

Follow Paddy Barnes as he fights for his Fáinne

Paddy Barnes was used to success in the boxing ring, but in 2018 he set his sights on a silver ring. Barnes' ambition was to learn Gaelic and pass the exam to earn his Fáinne Airgid.

This series follows Paddy on his journey to learn the Irish language. He reflects on learning the language and the support he receives from his friends, teachers and peers.