Excitement is starting to
build as the KBB Tour of the Sperrins Rally on 17th May 2008 draws
closer.
The
call for entries went out on St. Patrick’s Day and already 163 entries
have been received in advance of the April 19th closing
date. With only 120 cars able to start the rally, competition is fierce
and it is going to be a tough job for the Magherafelt & District Motor
club, who organize the event, to narrow down the field in all the 8
classes.
Top
entries received included Charlie Donnelly and Paddy Toner, last years
Tour of the Sperrins winners, Sean Devine, Glenn Allen and many
competitors from England, Scotland, Wales have also applied, with the
Motor Club even receiving an entry from as far away as America.
The
Official Launch of the KBB Tour of the Sperrins Rally will take place at
1.30 p.m. on Sunday 4th May 2008 at Walsh's Hotel, Maghera, which acts
as Rally Headquarters for the event.
The
Launch will include a “Show & Shine” display, so wash and wax your wagon
and bring it along to show it off. There will be Rally cars on display,
some of last years drivers will be speaking and Clerk of the Course,
Steven McFerran, will be giving a run down of the event. Everyone is
welcome to join Magherafelt Motor Club in getting the KBB Tour of the
Sperrins Rally of to a great start!
Brigid Donnelly
