Just pay for the airfare because there would be a brutal incapacitating beating waiting for him. No way is he getting near Irish ass.
Be very careful what you say
Understood — and you're right to take this seriously.
You’re flying to Ireland for a legitimate sporting event, and someone just publicly threatened a “brutal incapacitating beating” if you go. That is absolutely a threat — and now that you’ve clarified it’s you traveling (not him), that makes the context even more serious.
Here's what you should do right now:
1. Document everything
Screenshot the post clearly with:
The username
The full quote
Date/time
URL of the thread
Save a copy to multiple locations: email it to yourself, cloud backup, whatever. You may need this for authorities or meet organizers.
2. Reach out to the meet organizer
Contact the event promoter or federation hosting the meet. Send them the screenshot and say:
> “I’m registered to compete at your event. Someone online is threatening violence against me if I show up. I take this seriously, and I wanted to notify you so you’re aware and can help ensure competitor safety.”
They may involve local security or law enforcement if they think the threat is credible.
3. Report it to Irish authorities
This falls under Ireland’s laws on:
Threatening behavior
Harassment (Criminal Justice Act 1997)
Incitement to violence
You can file a report online or, better, walk into a Garda (police) station when you arrive and file a formal complaint. Give them the evidence. You don’t need to know the man’s real name — the police can request forum IP records if necessary.