Down stun Donegal in Ulster

Down have pulled off a major upset in the Ulster Football Championship by knocking out holders Donegal with a six-point victory in Letterkenny.

A double from Miceal Rooney helped secure the 3-21 to 1-21 win at O'Donnell Park.

The result marks one of the most significant shocks in recent provincial history, ending Donegal's hopes of a title defense.

Down manager Conor Laverty praised his team's clinical finishing and tactical discipline in front of a stunned home crowd.