Strong Irish contingent head to world's oldest rally in Monte Carlo

The rally has its ceremonial start in Monaco today before it departs to hills in south-west France.

The unique atmosphere of Rally Monte Carlo and the debut of the new more powerful and spectacular cars make for one of the most eagerly awaited seasons in the World Rally Championship, writes Martin Walsh.

The oldest rally in the world has its ceremonial start in Monaco today before it departs to hills in south-west France for tonight’s opening pair of stages in Gap.