Champion Maguire to race at Ballina

CELEBRATING a century of involvement in Irish Motorsport, Dunlop is again supporting the National Rally Championship that begins in Ballina on Sunday.

Defending Dunlop champion and last year's winner in Co Mayo, Niall Maguire, occupies top spot in his Subaru WRC, a car that is featured no less than six occasions in the top 10.

The Monaghan ace was practically invincible last year and although he is uncertain about a full championship assault this season, he will register for points in Ballina where the level of opposition is higher than last season.