The RDS is Dublin’s premier venue; slightly smaller in size than the Harrogate Exhibiton Centre, but with the addition of a main stadium arena where Leinster RUFC play, and two showjumping rings. Throw into the mix, concerts, exhibitions, other sporting events and the world famous Dublin Horse Show, and it is clear that Head Groundsman Gary Deakins has his work cut out. Alan Mahon went to meet him on the eve of a Leinster v Cardiff Blues game
