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Excitement continues to build ahead of Easter's Larsen Circuit of Ireland Rally!
Larsen Circuit of Ireland Rally - Press Release
INTERNATIONAL
1 Eugene Donnelly/Paddy Toner (Skoda Fabia WRC) 1h 55m 01s
2 Eamonn Boland/Mick Morrissey (Subaru Impreza WRC) 1h 55m 50s
3 Gareth MacHale/Brian Murphy (Ford Focus WRC) 1h 56m 06s
4 Tim McNulty/David Moynihan (Subaru Impreza WRC) 1h 57m 03s
5 Darren Gass/Diarmuid Falvey (Subaru Impreza WRC) 1h 58m 42s
6 Kevin Barrett/Barry Goodman (Subaru Impreza WRC) 2h 02m 43s
7 Alan Carmichael/Ivor Lamont (Mitsubishi Lancer Evo 9 Gp N) 2h 09m 57s
8 Rory Byrne/Jeremy Patterson (Mitsubishi Lancer Evo 9 Gp N) 2h 10m 08s
9 Daragh O’Riordan/Sean McCarthy (Renault Clio S1600) 2h 10m 52s
10 Paddy White/Graeme Stewart (Ford Focus WRC) 2h 12m 31s Group N:
1 Alan Carmichael/Ivor Lamont
2 Rory Byrne/Jeremy Patterson
3 Willie Mavitty/Keefe Kilcoyne (Mitsubishi Lancer Evo 6) 2h 12m 54s Class winners:
Peter Gallagher/Keith Murray (Peugeot 206)
Daragh O’Riordan/Sean McCarthy
Eugene Meegan/Donal Lennon (Honda Civic) Leaders After:
SS1 Eugene Donnelly/Paddy Toner (Skoda Fabia WRC)
SS2 Derek McGarrity/James McKee (Subaru Impreza WRC)
SS3 Peadar Hurson/Damien Connolly (Subaru Impreza WRC)
SS4-14 Eugene Donnelly/Paddy Toner (Skoda Fabia WRC) Stage Winners:
SS1 Eugene Donnelly/Paddy Toner (Skoda Fabia WRC)
SS2 Derek McGarrity/James McKee (Subaru Impreza WRC)
SS3 Tim McNulty/David Moynihan (Subaru Impreza WRC)
SS4 Eugene Donnelly/Paddy Toner (Skoda Fabia WRC)
SS5 Eugene Donnelly/Paddy Toner (Skoda Fabia WRC)
SS6 Eugene Donnelly/Paddy Toner (Skoda Fabia WRC)
SS7 Gareth MacHale/Brian Murphy (Ford Focus WRC)
SS8 Peadar Hurson/Damien Connolly (Subaru Impreza WRC)
SS9 Gareth MacHale/Brian Murphy (Ford Focus WRC)
SS10 Gareth MacHale/Brian Murphy (Ford Focus WRC)
SS11 Gareth MacHale/Brian Murphy (Ford Focus WRC)
SS12 Eamonn Boland/Mick Morrissey (Subaru Impreza WRC)
SS13 Gareth MacHale/Brian Murphy (Ford Focus WRC)
SS14 Gareth MacHale/Brian Murphy (Ford Focus WRC) NATIONAL A RALLY
1 Melvyn Evans/Sean Mullally (Subaru Impreza WRC) 2h 03m 53s
2 David Mann/Alun Cook (Subaru Impreza WRC) 2h 06m 51s
3 David Kynaston/Andy Russell (Audi A3 Quattro) 2h 10m 00s NATIONAL B RALLY
1 Kenny McKinstry/Noel Orr (Subaru Impreza WRC) 1h 38m 14s
2 Wesley Patterson/Martin McGarrity (Ford Escort Mk II) 1h 41m 41s
3 Dennis Biggerstaff/Damian McCann (Subaru Impreza WRC) 1h 42m 19s HISTORIC RALLY:
1 Philip Kerlin/Noel Anderson (Mini Cooper S) 2h 03m 48s
2 William Todd/Robert Fyffe (Mini Cooper S) 2h 09m 05s POST-HISTORIC RALLY:
1 Keith McIvor/David Burns (Porsche 911) 1h 49m 15s
2 Derek Boyd/Roisin Boyd (Porsche 911) 1h 50m 31s
3 Dessie Nutt/Michael Nutt (Porsche 911) 1h 53m 34s For all the time Click Here Brian and Liz were on hand with all the event news - Click Here PHOTOS RallyPrint - Trevor McGrath Roy Dempster CRSPICS.com VIDEOS Click Here
PRE EVENT NEWS FULL ENTRY LISTS HERE
Excitement continues to build ahead of Easter's Larsen Circuit of Ireland Rally!
Entries for this year's Larsen Circuit of Ireland Rally, which takes place over 11/12 April, have been received from all corners of the UK and Ireland! Competitors from as far away as England and Wales are intending to bring a fresh challenge to the locals this Easter, but a host of local talent will bid to ensure that the 'Circuit' crown remains on home shores.
A new scheme has also been introduced for competitors, which allows them to secure an entry in the event by paying a deposit. In a bid to become more competitor friendly, the Ulster Automobile Club is happy for competing crews to split the cost of the entry fee over a period of time.
"Competitors can send the club a £200 non-refundable deposit which will secure their entry in the event," Kieran O'Neill said. "That allows them to split the cost over two wage packets. All we ask is that the full balance is paid before the entry closing date."
Excitement is building ahead of the 2009 rally, and new sponsors Larsen Building Products are excited at the prospect of being associated with such a high profile event.
"As sponsors we have had some insight in to the amount of work and dedication that the UAC have put in to planning the Larsen Circuit of Ireland Rally," said Larsen Marketing Manager, Duncan Barnes.
"We have been very impressed with the effort and professional approach that the organising committee has shown. We are now seeing that planning going in to action with the help of a small army of other committed amateur enthusiasts and are confident this will ensure that the 2009 'Circuit' will be a great success." Indeed the event is not all about the competitors, and a huge team of volunteers will be on hand throughout the Easter weekend to ensure the smooth running of the rally. The UAC recognises the hard work and dedication of those volunteers, and will again be running a marshals' scheme in 2009.
Competitors can purchase 'Make a Marshal Happy' stickers, and the funds raised will go towards marshals' packs, which will include a voucher for lunch at either Dundalk's Park Inn or the Slieve Croob Restaurant. "We're delighted to be involved with such a great event," Slieve Croob manager Dominic King said. "It's great that it's back in the area and I'd like to wish organisers, marshals and competitors the best of luck for what
I'm sure will be a brilliant weekend."
Competitors who purchase 'Make a Marshal Happy' stickers will have a chance to win a free entry to the 2010 event. John Warnock and David Armstrong supported the scheme in 2008, and were lucky winners of a free entry to this year's Larsen Circuit of Ireland.
The 2009 Larsen Circuit of Ireland Rally takes place over 11 and 12 April. Based at Dundalk's Park Inn, cars will leave the start ramp in Banbridge on the Saturday, before tackling stages in counties Down and Armagh.
More information can be found online at www.circuitofireland.net.
Entry List - in Order of Receipt ULSTER AUTOMOBILE CLUB
CIRCUIT OF IRELAND RALLY 09 - INT
International
Rec Order Car No. Driver Navigator Driver Town Car CC Class
1 24 Gallagher, Peter Murray, Keith DUBLIN 7 Peugeot 206 1600 A6
2 20 O'Riordan, Daragh McCarthy, Sean MIDLETON Renault Clio S1600 1600 A6A
3 4 McNulty, Tim Cullen, Andrew KELSO Subaru Impreza S12B 2000 A8
4 2 Boland, Eamonn Morrissey, Michael Joe KELSO Subaru Impreza S12C 2000 A8
5 29 Boyle, Glenda Boyle, Kylie L'DERRY Honda Civic 1998 N3
6 26 Breen, Craig Roberts, Gareth SLIEVENE Ford Fiesta ST 1999 N3
7 27 Egan, Liam O'Kane, Mary NEW YORK Mitsubishi Lancer EVO 9 1997 N4
8 8 Barrett, Kevin Goodman, Barry MAYNOOTH Subaru Impreza S11 WRC 2000 A8
9 11 Carmichael, Alan Lamont, Ivor BALLYMENA Mitsubishi Lancer EVO 9 1998 N4
10 23 Stewart, Andrew Gallagher, Tony CONVOY MG ZR 1598 A6
11 15 Mavitty, William Kilcoyne, Keefe ENNISKILLEN Mitsubishi Lancer EVO 6 1999 N4
12 1 MacHale, Gareth Murphy, Brian RATHCOOLE Ford Focus 2000 A8
13 7 MacHale, Aaron Duffy, Killian KILCULLEN Ford Focus WRC 2000 A8
14 17 Flanagan, Sean Duggan, Brian SUMMERHILL Subaru Impreza 1994 N4
15 16 Ballentine, Stanley O'Callaghan, Donnacha STRABANE Mitsubishi Lancer EVO 9 1997 N4
16 25 Orr, Kyle TBA, DROMORE Ford Fiesta ST 2000 N3
17 21 Meegan, Eugene TBA, DROGHEDA Honda Civic 1997 A7
18 9 White, Paddy Stewart, Graeme NAVAN Ford Focus 2000 A8
19 5 Donnelly, Eugene Toner, Damian MAGHERAFELT Skoda Fabia WRC 2000 A8
20 10 Cumiskey, Brendan Foley, Conor DUNDALK Mitsubishi Lancer EVO 9 1998 N4
21 6 Hurson, Peadar Connolly, Damien NEWRY Subaru Impreza 2000 A8
22 12 Fisher, Alastair McNulty, Barry OMAGH Mitsubishi Lancer EVO 9 2000 N4
23 28 McGonigle, Joseph Whyte, Alan MUFF Honda Civic Si R 1593 N2
24 19 O'Donovan, Jer Hayes, Sean BANTRY Subaru Impreza N12B 1998 N4
25 22 Boyce, Christopher TBA, STRABANE Honda Civic 1998 A7
26 18 McMahon, Geoff Graham, Robert ARMAGH Mitsubishi Lancer EVO 9 2000 N4
27 14 Byrne, Rory Patterson, Jeremy NEWRY Mitsubishi Lancer EVO 9 2000 N4
28 3 McGarrity, Derek McKee, James NEWTOWNABBEY Subaru Impreza S12B 1998 A8 National A
Rec Order Car No. Driver Navigator Driver Town Car CC Class
1 James, Washington Roberts, Dai NEWCASTLE EMLYN Darrian T90GTR 2500 8
2 Evans, Meirion Wakely, Paul NEWCASTLE EMLYN Ford Escort MK II 1998 7
3 Hughes, Peter Evans, Chris WELSHPOOL Ford Escort 1993 7
4 Mann, David Cook, Alun BUNGAY Subaru Impreza WRC 2000 9
5 Kynaston, David Russell, Andy EXETER Audi A3 Quattro 2900 9
6 Hardie, David McCulloch, John DUMFRIES Subaru Impreza 2500 9
7 Donnan, Roger Baker, Kim STRANRAER Ford Puma S1600 1598 5
8 Bennett, Rod Richardson, Henry ANDOVER Fiat Punto S1600 1598 5
9 Rice, Chris Connolly, Niall AMBERLEY Subaru Impreza 1994 2
10 Copping, Ian Rowley, Dave CRANBROOK Ford Fiesta 1996 7
11 Loughran, Garrett Loughran, Philip DUNGANNON Ford Fiesta ST 1998 1
12 Henry, Desmond Rowan, John BALLYMENA Ford Fiesta ST 2000 1
13 Wright, Stephen Magee, Paul NEWBLISS Ford Fiesta ST 1998 1
14 Evans, Melvyn Mulally, Sean LLANWRDA Subaru Impreza S11 WRC 1998 9
15 Buckley, Shane Maguire, Thomas BALLYHAUNIS Ford Fiesta ST 2000 1
16 Quinn, Paul TBA, DUNGANNON Ford Fiesta ST 1998 1
17 Regan, Liam Park, Steven BELFAST Ford Fiesta ST 2000 1
18 Jasper, Mark Whyatt, Don STAFFORD MG Metro 6R4 2500 9
19 Hunter, Ross Hall, Eildon ST. BOSWELLS Mitsubishi Lancer EVO 4 2000 2 National B
Rec Order Car No. Driver Navigator Driver Town Car CC Class
1 O'Connor, Aidan Regan, Ian CRUMLIN Ford Escort RS2000 2000 D3
2 McGivney, Gerard Ruth, Brian CARRICKMACROSS Ford Escort 2000 6
3 Vance, Brian McNamara, Ciaran NEWTOWNARDS Toyota Corolla 1587 5
4 Lavery, Colin Park, Adrian DROMORE Ford Escort MK II 1998 6
5 Greer, Mark Todd, Brian BANBRIDGE Ford Escort 2000 6
6 McGrady, Fintan Hanna, Mark BELFAST Ford Escort MK II 1998 7
7 McPolin, Gerard McPolin, Rory BANBRIDGE Ford Escort MK II 2000 6
8 Crossan, Donal McCabe, Damien CARRICKMACROSS Ford Escort 2000 7
9 McMurran, Darren Bell, Nial BANBRIDGE Ford Escort MK II 2000 7
10 Waring, John Downey, Mo DROMORE Ford Escort MK II RS 2400 8
11 Bradley, Kevin Cassidy, Siobhan COLERAINE Ford Escort MK II 1600 5
12 Morgan, Gareth Brogan, Paul MILFORD Ford Escort MK II 1600 5
13 Gallagher, Joe Devine, Francis STRABANE Ford Focus 1998 1
14 Roe, David Doogan, Padraig CARRICKMACROSS Ford Escort 2000 7
15 Conlon, Michael Boyle, Aidan CASTLEBLANEY Ford Escort MK II 1998 7
16 Courtney, Mark Courtney, Mick KILBRIDE Toyota Celica ST205 2000 9
17 McKay, John Hewitt, John BALLYMENA Honda Civic VTI 1598 1
18 Ferguson, Trevor McElroy, David COOKSTOWN Subaru Impreza N12 1998 2
19 Patterson, Wesley McGarrity, Martin LISBURN Ford Escort MK II RS 2500 8
20 Cullen, Shane TBA, DUNGANNON Ford Escort MK II 1998 6
21 McCreesh, Thomas TBA, NEWRY Toyota Starlet 1600 5
22 O'Hare, Cian TBA, NEWRY Peugeot 306 2000 7
23 Toner, Damian McCague, Patrick ARMAGH Ford Escort MK II 2400 8
24 McFerran, Stephen McFerran, Ellen MAGHERA Ford Escort 2000 7
25 McCance, Neil Ferris, Sean NEWTOWNARDS Mitsubishi Lancer EVO 9 1998 2
26 Warnock, John Tumilty, Paul DOWNPATRICK Ford Escort MK II 2000 6
27 Simms, Andrew Knox, Andrew NEWRY Ford Escort MK II 2000 6
28 Hamilton, Philip Stride, Derek ARMAGH Peugeot 106 1600 5
29 Leonard, Seamus McCaffery, John OMAGH Subaru Impreza S9 WRC 1993 9
30 Leonard, Declan Leonard, Dara OMAGH Ford Fiesta ST 2000 1
31 McIvor, Keith Burns, David COOKSTOWN Porsche 911 2994 C2
32 Gilmore, Andy Topping, Sean CASTLEWELLAN Subaru Impreza 1998 9
33 McNulty, James Sharkey, James STRANORLAR Mitsubishi Lancer EVO 6 2000 9
34 McGee, Martin TBA, MILFORD Ford Escort 2400 8
35 Kerun, Philip Anderson, Noel L'DERRY Austin Mini Cooper S 1275 B2
36 Kirk, Pat Ward, Peter STRABANE Mitsubishi Lancer EVO 9 1998 2
37 Devlin, John Devlin, Gavin BANBRIDGE Chrysler Sunbeam 1600 4
38 Maguire, Jack McFarlane, Duncan CASTLEBLAYNEY Ford Escort Cosworth 2000 9
39 McAlonan, Rickey Bovill, Stanley BALLYMENA Ford Escort MK II 1600 5
40 Hunter, Philip Campbell, Aidan COOKSTOWN Ford Escort 1974 D5
41 McGlaughlin, John Henderson, Crawford COOKSTOWN Mitsubishi Lancer EVO 9 1990 2
42 McMeel, Conor Devlin, Sean ANTRIM Ford Escort 2000 7
43 Donnelly, Mark Robinson, Paddy OMAGH Ford Fiesta ST 2000 1
44 Price, Gary McCarter, Sharon BALLYMENA Ford Escort MK II 1998 7
45 Devine, Martin McNulty, Joe STRABANE Honda Civic VTEC 1995 1
46 Johnston, Raymond TBA, ENNISKILLEN Mitsubishi Lancer EVO 9 1998 2
47 Norris, Pat Tumilty, Declan CELBRIDGE Subaru Impreza WRC 2000 9
48 Biggerstaff, Denis McCann, Damian DROMORE Subaru Impreza S9 WRC 1998 9
49 Henry, Winston Harold, Robert ARMAGH Ford Escort RS 1997 7
50 Todd, William Fyffe, Robert OMAGH Austin Mini Cooper S 1300 B2
51 Boyd, Derek Boyd, Roisin DOUGLAS Porsche 911 2990 C2
52 Kennedy, James Hughes, Paul ANTRIM Ford Escort MK II 2000 7
53 Kelly, Manus Barrett, Donall LETTERKENNY Ford Escort 2500 8
54 Hetherington, Adrain Nolan, Gary DUNGANNON Ford Escort MK II 2500 8
55 Bradley, Camillus O'Neill, Danny MAGHERAFELT Ford Escort MK II 1998 7
56 McKinstry, Kenny Orr, Noel BANBRIDGE Subaru Impreza 1998 9
57 Simms, Alan Simms, Christopher NEWRY Ford Escort 1998 6
58 Armstrong, David TBA, BANBRIDGE Ford Escort G3 2500 8
59 Burrows, Alan Burrows, Gavin BALLYNAHINCH Mitsubishi Lancer EVO 9 1998 2
60 Quinn, Darrel O'Hanlon, Stephen DUNGANNON Ford Escort MK II 1999 6
61 McKinstry, Emma Hull, Kenny BANBRIDGE Subaru Impreza 2000 9
62 O'Connell, Seamus TBA, DUNGIVEN Ford Escort MK II 2000 8
63 Nutt, Desmond Nutt, Michael COLERAINE Porsche 911 3000 C2
64 Branniff, Niall Gibney, Conor BALLYNAHINCH Ford Escort 2000 6
65 Ferry, Eugene Heena, Derek GWEEDORE Ford Escort MK II 2500 8
66 Staunton, David Feeney, Liam CLAREMORRIS Toyota Corolla 1600 5
67 Heena, Columba Moore, Ryan ARDARA Toyota Corolla 1600 5
68 Creighton, Niall Roberts, Gregory CRAIGAVON Ford Lotus Cortina MK1 1600 B3
69 White, Thomas Murphy, Robert FOULKSMILLS Mitsubishi Lancer EVO 9 1998 2
Circuit of Ireland – Press Release issued 12th February 2009
Details of this year’s Circuit of Ireland Rally, which will take place over 11/12 April, were
announced on Thursday 12 February at the Park Inn, Dundalk. Larsen Building Products
was revealed as the new title sponsor at a bustling press gathering, and Ulster Automobile
Club (UAC) Ltd announced a fresh new look to this year’s event.
“On behalf of the Ulster Automobile Club, it’s with great pleasure that I welcome Larsen
Building Products on board as the new title sponsor of the Circuit of Ireland Rally,” Clerk
of the Course & UAC Chairman Nigel Hughes said. “The event will be known as the Larsen
Circuit of Ireland Rally.”
“This year’s event will be a two-day rally, covering a total of 130 plus stage miles and 250
road miles,” Mr Hughes continued. “This helps to provide excellent value for money for all
competitors, with an entry fee of £700 equating to just £5.40 per stage mile.”
The rally headquarters has moved to the Park Inn, Dundalk, while stages will be located in
the South Down and South Armagh areas. The ceremonial start will take place for the first
time in Banbridge town centre, and service during day one will be located at The Outlet
shopping complex (also in Banbridge), while day two service will move to Newry.
“Rallying can be a massive attraction that helps boost the economy in the area,” Mr Hughes
said, “and it’s fantastic that the councils recognise this. Over the years, we’ve received
support from many councils, including Banbridge, Newry, Down, Louth, as well as Bord
Failte. We’re indebted to all of them.”
The Circuit of Ireland Rally is the most famous event in Irish rallying, and once held the
accolade of being the longest, most challenging tarmac rally in the world. But modern day
rallying requires shorter, more compact events. Over the years, the UAC has reacted to
these requirements, gradually reducing the road and stage mileage.
Now, during these increasingly difficult economic times, the Circuit of Ireland has taken a
further step in its evolution. The introduction of a two-day format will help reduce the costs
for all involved.
The event is a counting round of various championships, including the TROA Irish Tarmac
Championship, Hankook MSA N.I. Stage Rally Championship and Richard Egger
Insurance MSA Asphalt Championship. It also hosts a round of the Citroen C2 R2 Irish
Cup, Mitsubishi Ralliart Evolution Challenge Ireland and the Ford Fiesta SportingTrophy
Ireland.
Furthermore, the new two-day format ensures that all competitors will tackle the same
stages and mileage, regardless of which championship they are contesting.
More details will be announced during the coming weeks, and further information can be
found online at www.circuitofireland.net. Larsen Circuit of Ireland Rally - Press Release
Larsen is delighted to be the main sponsor of this year’s Circuit of Ireland Rally.
Being part of this prestigious and historic motoring event for the first time is an
exciting prospect for the company.
Larsen is a locally owned company that has been manufacturing and selling
building products and services covering all aspects of the construction industry for
the last 33 years. The company has two manufacturing sites, including a state of
the art, computerised production plant in Belfast, and sales teams working from
Belfast, Dublin and England. Its product range is principally powders and liquids,
supplied directly to bulk end users, block yards, builder merchants, tile and D.I.Y
stores. The range is split in to six divisions:
Floor Screeds - Levelling compounds, floor repair products.
Merchant Range – General powder and liquid building products.
Professional Tiling Range – Tile adhesives, grouts and allied products.
Admixtures – Performance enhancing products for bulk cement/concrete.
Speciality Range – Special purpose enhancing products for cement/concrete.
Render Products – Render and cladding products
Larsen’s current expansion is the culmination of several years of planning and will
enable Larsen to supply the Northern Ireland construction industry with products
which previously would have been imported. Plans are also in place to expand the
ROI and GB markets and eventually enter the wider European field.
Larsen is not new to motor sport sponsoring, having been involved in the past with
Formula Ford racing at Kirkistown, Phoenix Park and Mondello Park.
For further details please view our web site www.larsenbuildingproducts.com or call
Duncan Barnes (Marketing Manager) on 028 90774000
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