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It was a hugely exciting finish in Cork
The 24th Tour de Munster charity cycle came to a thrilling end on Sunday, August 11th, as cyclists tackled Cork Citys iconic St. Patrick’s Hill, spurred on by supporters lining the route.
The Tour covered more than 600 kilometres across the six counties of Munster all in effort to raise vital funds for the Munster branches of Down Syndrome Ireland (DSI).
The heroic cyclists began their challenging journey on Thursday, August 8th. Starting from Cork’s historic English Market, the Tour de Munster journeyed through Waterford, Tipperary, Limerick, Clare, and Kerry.
Over 100 amateur cyclists were joined by legend of the sport Sean Kelly who has been a huge supporter of the Tour for almost 20 years.
This year’s Tour de Munster marks a notable milestone as the celebrated charity cycle supports the DSI for the 15th consecutive year. Since its inception in 2000, the Tour has raised an astounding €5 million for the well deserving cause.
All of the money raised from the Tour de Munster will support DSI Munster branches in providing crucial services to their members. These vital services include Occupational Therapy, Speech and Language Therapy, Employment Opportunities and other life-enhancing aid for individuals with Down syndrome and their families.
Throughout the Tour de Munster, cyclists got to meet members of Down Syndrome Ireland’s Munster branches and see just how much their support means. These encounters made it clear how the funds raised really make a difference, bringing essential services and support to those who need it most.
The connections made along the way highlighted the real impact of their efforts and the difference it makes in the lives of people with Down syndrome and their families.
Founder of the Tour de Munster, Paul Sheridan, expressed his gratitude to everyone involved, at the top of Patrick’s Hill: “I couldn't be prouder of each person who took part in this year’s Tour. Seeing their hard work and commitment pay off is just fantastic," he said.
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