Katie Taylor (born 2 July 1986) is an Irish sportswoman who has represented Ireland at both boxing and association football. She is currently the Irish, European, and Olympic champion in the 60 kg division. Hugely popular in Ireland, she is credited with raising the profile of women's boxing at home and abroad. Regarded as the outstanding Irish athlete of her generation, she was the flag bearer for Ireland at the 2012 London Olympics opening ceremony before going on to win an Olympic gold medal in the lightweight division.