THE infamous ‘huddle’ was absent everywhere at Cavan last week when the new coronavirus social etiquette of no handshakes was good naturedly adhered to and hand sanitizer dispensers were prominently displayed.

The usual loyal band of Irish Draught enthusiasts travelled over from England and while there were some welcome new faces amongst spectators, it was unlikely that ringside numbers would breach government recommendations of a maximum of 100 people at indoor gatherings.