Following the decision by the organisers of the Gorey Three Day to call off the race due for the Easter Bank Holiday Weekend, the other Easter stage race promoters have done the same.
The International Tour of the North and Kerry Group Rás Mumhan are now also cancelled due to Covid-19.
While the events were due to take place in mid April, some two weeks after the Cycling Ireland racing and sportive suspension expires, the organisers have all decided to pull the plug well in advance.
The race organising committee of Kerry Group Rás Mumhan said it was “disappointed to announce” the 2020 race would not proceed as scheduled on April 10th to 13th.
“The decision is prompted by an abundance of caution to
prevent the further spread of COVID-19 illness,” it said.
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“The decision was not taken lightly, but, due to
uncertainty surrounding the length of time that the current sanitary guidelines
in relation to COVID-19 will be in operation it was
deemed necessary to bring certainty to our affairs.
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“If the current guidelines
are rolled over for a further two weeks it is possible that the race may not
have adequate medical cover available and might not have a suitable level of
Garda assistance to proceed.
“In such a scenario the race would have to be called off
at short notice. This would be a situation that is unsatisfactory for everyone.
“The race organisers are cognisant of the fact that stage
racing is an expensive proposition for teams and riders.
“The race organisers hope that by giving this early
notice that teams and riders will be able to cancel any already booked travel
and accommodation without penalty. A full refund of race entry fees will be
made.
“The race organisers will consult with Cycling Ireland presently to examine the possibility of hosting the race at a later stage during the 2020 season."
The Tour of the North organisers also issued a statement explaining their race was also off for the same reasons. That statement is included below.
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