Heatwave forces postponement of motor rally in Tipperary
Stonethrowers Rally was scheduled to take place on Sunday
The Tipperary Light Car and Motorcycle Club say it is with regret that they have decided to postpone the annual Stonethrowers Rally, which was scheduled to take place this Sunday, July 19.
In a statement, the club said “following discussions with Tipperary County Council, it was outlined that the current period of hot weather, together with the forecast for continued high temperatures, has increased the vulnerability of road surfaces to damage.
“Any damage that could be caused to the roads by running the event on Sunday would be borne by us, the organising club.
“As such, the club have taken the decision to postpone the event to protect the public road infrastructure and continue our good working relationship with Tipperary County Council.
“Tipperary Light Car and Motorcycle Club will continue to work with all necessary stakeholders including our sponsors, Tipperary County Council and Motorsport Ireland to try and run the event later this year".