Tom MARTIN (SPELLMAN DUBLIN PORT CYCLING TEAM) - Picture © Caroline Kerley
|
Tom Martin Delivers Stunning Comeback to Win Rás Mumhan 2025 on Final Stage in Killorglin.
Killorglin, Co. Kerry 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.
Going into Stage 4, Martin faced a daunting 25-second gap to race leader Jamie Whitcher (Composite Black). With the pressure on and the clock ticking, Martin launched a relentless assault on the roads of Kerry during the 113 km Easter Monday showdown — a stage often described as a fan favorite for its drama, atmosphere, and iconic town-centre finish.
After a neutral roll-out from KCYMS Community Hall, riders tore through the three laps of Beaufort before facing the leg-sapping 8 ascents of the Donal McKenna circuit. With each climb up into Killorglin, Martin chipped away at the time gap, ultimately delivering a performance for the ages.
By the final lap, the Spellman Dublin Port rider had not only closed the 25-second deficit he had pulled 8 seconds ahead of Whitcher, claiming the General Classification in a total time of 9h 23'42''. Whitcher, despite a valiant defence, was forced to settle for second place, while Willem O’Connor (Velo Performance) secured a strong third overall.
Stage 4 once again cemented its reputation as a stage where anything can happen — and in 2025, it was the stage where a champion was made. Tom Martin’s comeback will go down in Rás Mumhan history as one of the most dramatic turnarounds ever witnessed on Easter Monday.
Ras Mumhan Final Podium - Picture courtesy of Caroline Kerley
|
Ras Mumhan Final Podium - Picture courtesy of Caroline Kerley
|
Ras Mumhan Final Podium - Picture courtesy of Caroline Kerley
|
Stage 4 Results - Killorglin
1. Tom MARTIN SPELLMAN DUBLIN PORT CYCLING TEAM C1 -5 2h13'14''
2. George KIMBER SPRIRIT RACING TEAM C1 -3 +25''
3. Niall McLOUGHLIN* CONNACHT CYCLING C1 -1 +28''
4. Tom ARMSTRONG SPELLMAN DUBLIN PORT CYCLING TEAM C1
5. Odhran DOOGAN* TEAM CALDWELL CYCLES C1
6. Patrick O'LOUGHLIN* MUNSTER DORNAN C1
7. Jake HALES RIDE REVOLUTION COACHING C1
8. Will TRUELOVE HALESOWEN ACADEMY-MAPEI C1
9. Casper RODE* WEST-FRISIA C1
10. Lukas TALACKA TOP TEAM LITHUANIA C1
Final General Classification
1. Tom MARTIN SPELLMAN DUBLIN PORT CYCLING TEAM C1 9h23'42''
2. Jamie WHITCHER* COMPOSITE BLACK C1 +8''
3. Willem O'CONNOR* VELO PERFORMANCE C1 +38''
4. Casper RODE* WEST-FRISIA C1 +40''
5. Lindsay WATSON TEAM CALDWELL CYCLES C1 +1'16''
6. Daire FEELEY BURREN CYCLING CLUB C1 +1'17''
7. Ollie HUCKS TAAP KALAS C1 +1'52''
8. Tom ARMSTRONG SPELLMAN DUBLIN PORT CYCLING TEAM C1 +2'16''
9. Odhran DOOGAN* TEAM CALDWELL CYCLES C1 +2'18''
10. Liam CROWLEY MUNSTER DORNAN C+ +2'57''
11. Curtis NEILL* TEAM CALDWELL CYCLES C1 +3'48''
12. Alexandre MAYER FORAN CT C1 +3'50''
13. Joe-Nathan MATAR* PINERGY-ORWELL WHEELERS 12. C1 +4'02''
14. Tobias DAHLHAUS FORAN CT C1 +5'14''
15. Ruairi BYRNE* UCD CYCLING CLUB C1 +5'20''
* = Under 23
Ras Mumhan Final Podium - Picture courtesy of Caroline Kerley
|
IMAGES COPYRIGHT:
Any images included in this article remain the property of the photographer, by whom all rights are retained, 2025. Use of images for electronic or print purposes is may be possible with the express, written permission of the photographer.