Cycling Ireland has confirmed, as expected, that it is planning for the return of racing and sportives next month. The national governing body's announcement comes in the wake of the Government's plans for relaxing Covid-19 restrictions across all sectors of society.
When those plans were announced by the Government on Thursday evening it was clear June 7th was the key date for the return of sporting events.
However, the official statements and media coverage made mention of the return of "matches" on that date. Confirmation has now come from Cycling Ireland that it is readying for both races and sportives to recommence next month, though guidance on the maximum numbers permitted at each event is awaited.
The news will be welcomed by the cycling community in the Republic as events have already returned to Northern Ireland, with the first race held there last weekend in the shape of the Annaclone GP, promoted by Banbridge Wheelers.
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"Cycling Ireland is planning for the return of cycling events and sportives from June 7th,” the national governing body confirmed in a statement.
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“Clarification regarding the maximum number of participants allowed to take part is being sought. The information will be relayed as soon as it becomes available.
“Cycling Ireland welcomes the news that the Government of Ireland is progressing with the easing of restrictions. Cycling and all sports play a central role in the recovery, contributing to improved physical and mental well being.”
It confirmed, as per the wider relaxation of measures, that outdoor training in pods of up to 15 people can resume from May 10th, with underage training in pods of up to 15 already back as of last Monday, April 26th.
Also from May 10th, Cycling Ireland confirmed “outdoor cycling facilities including tracks, trails, and BMX tracks” can now open to adults and underage cyclists. Any indoor facilities, such as changing rooms, must remain closed apart from “essential toilets”.
All of those attending a club training session or
activity must be registered using the Cycling Ireland registration-contact
tracing system.
The national governing body added: “Groups exceeding 15
people should not gather at coffee stops or around training sessions. Social
distancing should be maintained at all times to stop the spread of Covid-19 and
demonstrate an awareness to the community of the risks associated with the
virus."
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