2025 Ras Tailteann - County Jersey Sponsors Confirmed

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Cairde Rás Tailteann is delighted to announce the continued support of Sport Ireland, Cycling Ireland, and the Department of Sport for Rás Tailteann 2025. Funding from these key bodies has long played a vital role in the success of the event...

2025 RAS NA MBAN - Entries Now Open

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Entries for Rás na mBan 2025 have now opened with teams and administrative staff ramping up plans for the 19th edition of Ireland’s international stage race. For a 9th year, Rás na mBan will be based in the beautiful medieval city of Kilkenny...

2025 Ras Tailteann - Now Just Two Weeks To Start

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Luke Keaney (Orwell Wheelers Cycling Club), Tomás Ó Midheach (CEO, FBD Insurance), Jack Conroy (Bray Wheelers), Patricia O'Halloran (Head of Sales, Leinster, FBD Insurance), Colm Rigley (Cairde Rás Tailteann) and Seán Lundy (UCD Cycling Club) pictured launching FBD Insurance’s sponsorship of Rás Tailteann 2025. (Photographer: Lorraine O’Sullivan)

Some more news for the upcoming Ras Tailteann, FBD will again sponsor the stage winners jersey, and confirmation of more teams Mexico's Canel’s Java and UK's Foran CT & Team PB Performance...

2025 Ras Tailteann - Now Less Than Three Weeks Away

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Cairde Rás Tailteann is delighted to announce KOM Jersey Sponsor the Irish Independent, and two more visiting teams confirmed, Team GB (United Kingdom) and DAS Richardsons (UK Based)...

2025 Ras Tailteann - Another Sponsor and More Teams Announced

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Storck-Metropol Cycling on a pre-season training camp. (Photographer: Strock-Metropol Cycling)

The event will start in the cycling stronghold of Drogheda, Co Louth on Wednesday, May 21st heading westwards to finish in Boyle, Co Roscommon. A transfer to Charlestown for the start of stage two where the riders will take on the infamous Windy Gap and Maumtrasna climbs...

2025 Ras Tailteann - Bib Sponsor and US Team Announced

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Today announced Kia Ireland, who will be the official sponsor of the rider numbers and American team 'Good Guys Racing NYC' are confirmed for this year's Ras Tailteann which starts on the 21st of May...

2025 DORNAN RAS MUMHAN - Day Four Report

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Ras Mumhan Final Podium - Picture courtesy of Caroline Kerley

In a jaw-dropping display of grit and determination, Tom Martin of Spellman Dublin Port Cycling Team turned the tides of Rás Mumhan 2025 on its final day, overhauling a significant time deficit to seize overall victory in front of roaring crowds in Killorglin.

2025 DORNAN RAS MUMHAN - Day Three Report

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Ras Mumhan Stage 3 - Picture courtesy of Caroline Kerley

Despite the fierce competition, Jamie Whitcher (Composite Black) retained his grip on the yellow jersey. A composed performance over the day’s climbs saw him finish safely in the main GC group, holding a 25-second lead over Martin...

2025 DORNAN RAS MUMHAN - Day Two Report

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Ras Mumhan Stage 2 - Picture courtesy of Caroline Kerley

Stage 2 of the Dornan Rás Mumhan delivered everything it promised — relentless climbs, spectacular views, and fierce racing from start to finish. The day began with a 9km neutralised roll-out from St. Oliver’s School to Fossa before the flag dropped...

2025 DORNAN RAS MUMHAN - Day One Report

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Jamie Whitcher (Composite Black) goes into the lead after the first day in Ras Mumhan, his team won Stage 1a Team Time Trial and his 9th position on Stage 1b secured the leaders jersey...