Speedy Barry storms clear of the field

FORMER British Mitsubishi Evo Challenge winner, Enniskerry driver, Danny Barry won the Germaine’s of Baltinglass Mini Stage Rally for the second time in succession.

Guided by his Northern Ireland co-driver, Gordon Noble, they brought their Mitsubishi to a comfortable victory in the six stage event — finishing one minute and 53 seconds ahead of Kerry pair, Thomas Fitzmaurice/Fionn Foley. Carlow’s, Trevor Culbert/Ray Fitzpatrick (Escort) were third.

On the opening test, Spinnan’s Hill, Barry was given a tough time and shared the lead with Clonmel’s, Roy White, however, the latter bowed out on the first junction of the second stage (Grangecon) when his MG S2000 blew its engine.