Killarney Racecourse is set to host a cycle racing event for the first time.

Killarney Cycling Club will run the local round of the Munster Youth Cycling League at the venue on Tuesday evening.

The racing will take place on the ambulance track at the course and other internal roads offering a safe environment for the under-age competitors. Traditionally, such events take place on public roads and while every safety precaution is taken cyclists must share road space with live traffic.

Spectators will be allowed attend Tuesday night’s event with racing getting underway at 7pm.

“This must be the best venue in Ireland for youth cycle racing with no traffic, magnificent views and spectators being able to view the action from the stands,” said club chairman Mark Murphy.

“Killarney Cycling Club and the Munster Cycling Federation is extremely grateful to be facilitated at the venue.”

Late last year the Killarney Advertiser revealed that management at the racecourse were open to other clubs and sports using their facilities outside of the horse racing schedule.

“The pandemic has brought a new awareness about how we can use our facilities and we are happy to be able to play our part in helping these young cyclists get back into their sport again after the lockdowns,” added Gerard Coughlan, the Chairman of Killarney Race Company.

Racing kicks off at 7pm with racing in Under-12, Under-14 and Under-16 categories.