Cycling's Kerry Group Rás Mumhan, which had been due to take place on the Easter weekend of April 10th to 13th, is the latest sporting event to be postponed due to the coronavirus.
Organisers say it was a tough decision and that they'll work with Cycling Ireland in a bid to reschedule the race later in the year.
"The decision was not taken lightly, but, due to uncertainty surrounding the length of time that the current sanitary guidelines in relation to COVID-19 will be in operation it was deemed necessary to bring certainty to our affairs," they accounced in a statement.
"If the current guidelines are rolled over for a further two weeks it is possible that the race may not have adequate medical cover available and might not have a suitable level of Garda assistance to proceed.
"In such a scenario the race would have to be called off at short notice. This would be a situation that is unsatisfactory for everyone.
"The race organisers are cognisant of the fact that stage racing is an expensive proposition for teams and riders. The race organisers hope that by giving this early notice that teams and riders will be able to cancel any already booked travel and accommodation without penalty. A full refund of race entry fees will be made."
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