Armoy 2025 Launched :
The 2025 Armoy Road Races have issued a Press Release re the launch event held on 18th June 2025.
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Excitement Builds as Event Officially Launched at Bayview Hotel
Officially launched at the Bayview Hotel, Portballintrae, on Wednesday 18th June 2025, the Armoy Road Races 2025 is set to welcome thousands of fans alongside a strong line-up of world-class riders, all preparing to go head-to-head for a coveted place on the podium.
Members of the Armoy Motorcycle Road Racing Club (AMMRC) welcomed sponsors to the launch, alongside riders, Jamie Coward, Paul Jordan, Dominic Herbertson and Neil Kernohan and team manager Trevor Scott of Scott Racing, and for the first time ever it was streamed live on the Club’s Facebook page with Stephen Watson hosting.
Title sponsor of the Race of Legends, Trevor Kane and AMRRC Chairman, Gareth McAuley, gave special addresses to pay tribute to all the riders and to those who work to ensure the success of the races and to outline this year’s schedule.
“Northern Ireland is synonymous with road racing, and we have an immense amount of talent right here on our doorstep,” Gareth said. “As a Club, it makes us very proud to be able to bring world-class riders to the event every year and to see how passionate the fans are, travelling from all parts of the world, near and far, to attend the races.
“The Armoy Road Races is currently in its 16th year and on behalf of the Club, we’re so honoured to see it grow into the world-class event it is today.”
Riders attending the launch confirmed for this year’s event include Dominic Herbertson who achieved a podium finish in the Supertwin race at the Isle of Man TT, and Jamie Coward, who won last year’s man of the meeting, enjoying a number of podium finishes. Paul Jordan after his recent North West 200 win and TT podium was looking forward to racing at Armoy, particularly after a very competitive and exciting supertwin race. A stalwart of road racing, local man, Neil Kernohan is also set to take part in this year’s races.
“We have received a number of strong entries so far, many of which are fan favourites,” Gareth continued. “Alongside a good representation of local talent, we’re also seeing riders from Germany, France and Italy, who will be vying for the top spot in July.
“We have a full programme of 14 races across the Friday and Saturday, and I have no doubt that it will once again be an exciting and adrenaline filled event for all the fans.”
Programmes and car parking passes are currently on sale and with rider entries closing on Friday (20th June), Gareth says the Club is expecting this year’s event to draw a huge number of fans.
Gareth added: “I would encourage all those planning to attend to purchase a programme as soon as possible. This includes a free car parking pass and a limited-edition lanyard which enables spectators to enter vantage points around the course that are situated on private land and will give great views of the riders in action.”
During the launch event, Gareth also thanked this year’s sponsors – Clyde Shanks, Hilton Car Sales, Ian Hickinson, James McKillop, Raymond Hodges and TT Racing, Diamond Bar, the Mermaid Club, MJF Builders, Taggarts Barn, John M Paterson Ltd, ABO Energy, Park Electrical Services, Brap Moto, A&P Louden and the Bayview Hotel, as well as new sponsors, Ducati Antrim, formerly Millsport Motorcycles and N.McFarlane Tarmac Contractor.
“We’ve said it time and time again, but we really couldn’t run this iconic event without the support of our sponsors, so we are truly indebted to them,” Gareth stated. “We’re very lucky to have the backing of a number of local businesses who clearly love the sport as much as we do – thank you to each and every one of them.”
Title sponsor and owner of the Bayview Hotel, Portballintrae, Trevor Kane stated: “We have been involved with the Armoy Road Races since its inception and that’s something I’m very proud of. It’s such an iconic event that draws a huge number of visitors and thus economic boost to the locality. As a fan of road racing, I’m personally really looking forward to a great two days of road racing in July.”
Bike Week is running from Sunday 20th July with the races taking place on Friday 25th July and Saturday 26th July 2024 culminating in the Bayview Hotel ‘Race of Legends.’ The Armoy Road Races are part funded by the Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council.
Race entries close on Friday 20th June.
William Munnis, Clerk of the Course encouraged riders to get their entries in. “With only a few days left for riders to confirm their entries we are asking everyone to get yourself in gear and submit that entry!”
For more information about the Armoy Road Races or to purchase an event programme, visit the website: www.armoyroadraces.com. Search for AMRRC on Facebook or follow on X @ArmoyRoadRaces.
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