Martin Walsh previews the weekend action in Cork as the Acesigns Signmakers Irish Tarmac Rally Championship contenders arrive on Leeside

Motorsport Ireland Forest Rally Championship round was used as a warm-up for the Nicky Grist Rally in Wales

Killarney's Mikie Galvin was co-driver in the VW Polo GTi at Duns in Scotland

Monaghan’s Josh Moffett (Hyundai i20 R5) and Wexford co-driver Andy Hayes were victorious in the Clonakilty Park Hotel West Cork Rally

Dripsey youngster picked up a top prize after completing 12 races in the UK

'One of the major changes relates to the Cork 20 International Rally that will take place on July 30-31'

Cork 20 winner Derry’s Callum Devine (Ford Fiesta Rally2), who won this event when it last ran in 2019, is the favourite for victory.

'I was astounded at the response by competitors and I commend them for their input and support, we received 168 entries in total.'

The famous event takes place next weekend

Ballylickey ace and his Killarney co-driver Mikie Galvin were the top Irish crew until a front right wheel puncture dropped them down the order