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Motorsport Ireland has confirmed the death of a rally competitor following a fatal collision today (September 24).
The organisation confirmed the news on X (formerly Twitter) and extended its "deepest sympathies" to the family and friends of the deceased.
The tragic accident occurred on the fourth stage of the Clare Stages Rally.
The driver of a second car also involved in the accident has been transferred to University Hospital Limerick to receive treatment for injuries.
Clare Motor Club Statement
— rally.ie (@rally_ie) September 24, 2023
24th September @ 14:20 pic.twitter.com/003aSN7qew
Mortorsport Ireland stated, "Motorsport Ireland also extends its sympathies to the members of Clare Motor Club and everyone involved with organising today's event who reacted so quickly and professionally to the incident.
"Motorsport Ireland and its affiliated clubs are recognised internationally for operating to the highest standards of motorsport safety for competitors and spectators in line with the best practice of the FIA."
Clare Motor Club has confirmed the event has been halted.
The tragedy in Clare marks the fourth road death in just 24 hours, after three people died in separate overnight collisions in Donegal, Dublin and Kerry.
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