Limerick City and County Council is welcoming the decision by Motorsport Ireland that could see Limerick Racecourse play host to the World Rally Championships.
Limerick was one of three locations, along with Waterford and Tralee, County Kerry put forward by local motor clubs as possible venues for the global motorsport event.
Motorsport Ireland have announced that each of the proposed venues would be used on a rotation basis over three years from 2025 to 2027 – subject to Government funding being secured to bring the Championships to Ireland.
Limerick Racecourse would be the location for a 10,000 square metre service park, rally headquarters and international media centre.
Mayor of the City and County of Limerick, Cllr Gerald Mitchell commented:
“Securing the World Rally Championships would present an exciting opportunity for motorsport enthusiasts in the region and for Limerick as a whole. I want to congratulate Limerick Racecourse, Limerick Motor Club, Shannon Region and Conference Sports Bureau, Limerick City and County Council, Failte Ireland and all the political and business representatives who supported this proposal. It is this spirit of collaboration that is delivering great things for Limerick”
Chief Executive of Limerick City and County Council, Dr Pat Daly said:
“This decision by Motorsport Ireland delivers the prospect of another global sporting event coming to Limerick, showcasing our county on an international stage. It’s expected that the WRC Rally would draw 250,000 visitors, injecting vitality into our community and generating millions of euros in revenue for our local economy. With the Ryder Cup coming to Adare in 2027 there are exciting times ahead.”