Popular motorbike race to return after 18-year absence

A PRESTIGIOUS motorbike race which recorded winners such as the late World Championship winner Joey Dunlop and legendary Isle of Man TT champion Philip McCallen is to return after an absence of 18 years.

The Munster 100 motorcycle race is to be revived in Co Cork next weekend (August 21 and 22). Top motorcycle racers will compete in the event in Dunmanway with prize money totalling €30,000.

The race was previously held in Clonakilty until 1992 and before that in various locations throughout Cork, including Kinsale and Carrigrohane.