Brammeier chasing history in Clonmel

Matthew Brammeier is aiming to become the first man ever to win three Irish National senior road-race titles in-a-row tomorrow when he heads a star-studded field in Clonmel for the 168-kilometre one-day event.

Liverpool-born Brammeier declared for Ireland some years ago as it afforded him better opportunities as a track rider but since then, his focus has switched to the road and he’s now riding with one of the biggest teams in the world; Belgian-based Omega Pharma Quick Step team.

Recently overlooked for Olympic selection, a decision that angered the 26-year-old, he admits he’s excited about tomorrow but still sees the event as “just another race.”