ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Irish road bowling

Okay kiddo, let me explain Irish Road Bowling to you. It's a sport that people play in Ireland, and it's a bit like bowling, but instead of rolling a ball down an alley, you throw a metal ball along a road.

The players take turns to throw the ball, and the aim is to get it to travel as far as possible along the road. But there's a catch - the ball has to stay on the road, and if it goes off the side, the player gets a penalty.

The game is played on a twisty, turny country road, so the players have to really think about their shots and how to make the ball go the right way. They also have to be really careful not to hit any passing cars or pedestrians!

The sport is very popular in Ireland, especially in rural areas, and there are even competitions and championships for people who are really good at it. It's a fun way to spend a day outside with friends and family, and also to appreciate the beautiful Irish countryside.