Kerry competitors to the fore of Rally of the Lakes
Local co-drivers occupy three of the top four seeds in the event's premier Rally2 category
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Killarney and District Motor Club members are set to dominate this weekend's Assess Ireland Rally of the Lakes, with local co-drivers occupying three of the top four seeds in the event's premier Rally2 category.
Topping the entry list is Callum Devine, guided by Muckross native Noel O'Sullivan. The Skoda Fabia RS pairing comes into O'Sullivan's after a thrilling last-minute win at the Circuit of Ireland over the Easter weekend. They are chasing a remarkable fourth consecutive Rally of the Lakes victory.
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