Westmeath Rose 'on cloud nine' after Rose of Tralee win

Westmeath Rose Caoilfhinn Ní Choiligh has said she is still "on cloud nine" after being crowned the 2026 Rose of Tralee, describing herself as "so grateful and proud" to have had the experience.

She was presented with her sash by the 2025 Rose of Tralee Katelyn Cummins.

Hailing from the village of Emyvale, the 25-year-old shared her alopecia journey on stage on Monday night