Gruelling night-time stage for Circuit of Ireland

THIS year’s Circuit of Ireland Rally will feature a demanding 18-mile night-time stage as the centrepiece to what is the second oldest rally in the world.

Fri, 19 Feb, 2010 - 00:00
Martin Walsh

The 74th running of the event will also be in the spotlight as it will be vetted for inclusion in the prestigious Intercontinental Rally Challenge as details of the event were announced yesterday.

Following the ceremonial start from Dundalk on Easter Saturday, the crews will tackle eight stages in Co Down prior to the nighttime stage near Banbridge.

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