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Kellie Harrington says highlight of 'whirlwind year' was getting married to Mandy Loughlin

Kellie Harrington has reflected on her "whirlwind" year since winning Gold last summer.

The Olympic champ received the The Freedom of the City of Dublin award on Saturday, along with Ailbhe Smyth and Professor Mary Aiken.

The ceremony took place in the Round Room at the Mansion House in Dublin on Saturday evening.

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Speaking to Dublin Live after the ceremony, Kellie said the highlight of the past year was getting married.

She said: "It’s been an absolute whirlwind and everything has come so fast. It’s just been something after something.

“The highlight of the year was marrying Mandy. Today was great, but marrying Mandy was one of the best times of my life."

When asked if we will see her represent Ireland at Paris 2024, Kellie said “that’s the plan”.

She said: “Next year is the qualifying year so it’s going to be really, really busy, you’ll see less of me."

Kellie also said she would "absolutely" want to fight in Croke Park if Katie Taylor secures the venue for a rematch against Amanda Serrano.

"If she gets to fight in Croke Park, I would absolutely love to fight there in an amateur setting," she said.

"I don't know if that will happen If it does, then great, if it doesn't then nothing lost nothing gained."

The Portland Row native said her family were “absolutely buzzing” when they learned she was going to receive the Freedom of the City.

“Freedom of the City isn’t something that you’re getting put into your hand physically, but it’s an honour that you’re getting recognised for what you have done," she said.

“Sporting achievements are great, but for the person who I am, that’s what I feel like I’m here for today."

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