Get ready for an exhilarating weekend of rally action as the Circuit of Ireland Rally kicks off, marking the third round of the highly anticipated Irish Tarmac Rally Championship. With a sprint style format and a challenging four-stage loop repeated in the afternoon, spectators can expect non-stop excitement as drivers push themselves to the limit on the unforgiving stages.
Reigning Irish Tarmac Rally champion, Derry's Callum Devine, currently sits in fourth place in the championship standings, eager to climb his way up the leaderboard and defend his title with gusto is seeded No1 after taking the win here in 2023.
Meanwhile, Keith Cronin has set the pace with victories in Galway and Cork, making him a formidable contender for the top spot once again. With his sights set on maintaining his winning streak, Cronin is sure to be a force to be reckoned with on the Circuit of Ireland stages.
Boosted by his impressive second-place finish in West Cork, Welsh sensation Matt Edwards, piloting his Ford Fiesta Rally2, enters the rally with a newfound confidence. With his eyes firmly set on the podium, Edwards is poised to put on a spectacular performance and challenge the frontrunners for victory.
As the stages present a relatively new challenge to all competitors, Monaghan's Josh Moffett sees an opportunity to shake up the standings and provide a challenge to the top trio.
With high-speed action, fierce competition, and unpredictable twists and turns awaiting, the Circuit of Ireland Rally promises to be a thrilling spectacle for rally enthusiasts and fans alike. Strap in and get ready for an adrenaline-fueled weekend of rallying at its finest.
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