It has been a year of highs and lows for Sharlene Mawdsley, and during the summer, the Olympian swapped sports... if only for 70 minutes. Sharlene and Tipperary hurler Michael Breen nearly broke the internet when they posted a picture, letting fans know that they were dating. Michael Breen of Tipperary celebrates with his girlfriend, Irish Olympian Sharlene Mawdsley, after the GAA Hurling All-Ireland Senior Championship final match. Tipperary player Michael Breen celebrates with his partner, Olympic athlete Sharlene Mawdsley. Sharlene Mawdsley and Michael Breen with the McCarthy Cup.