MIJRS Celebrate 2025 Champions as Focus Turns to Yeats Ridge Connacht Forestry Rally

The Motorsport Ireland Junior Rally Series (MIJRS) celebrated its 2025 champions at the annual prize-giving ceremony, recognising the outstanding achievements of Ireland’s next generation of rally talent.

In the J1000 category, the overall honours went to James Mc Shea, with Kyle Drury finishing second and David Travers securing third place after a highly competitive season.

James McShea

Kyle Drury

David Travers

The Class 2 title was claimed by Cian Caldwell, ahead of Ben McFall in second and Jack Byrne in third.

Cian Caldwell

Ben McFall

Jack Byrne

In Class 2A, Jack Kennedy took top honours, followed by Tommy Furlong in second and Ross Ryan in third.

Jack Kennedy

Tommy Furlong

Ross Ryan

Attention now turns to the opening events of the 2026 campaign as the MIJRS heads west this weekend for the Yeats Ridge Connacht Forestry Rally in Sligo.

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The event marks the third round of the J1000 championship and the opening round for both Class 2 and Class 2A, setting the stage for a new season of competition across gravel. Young drivers will be looking to build momentum early, with championship points and development opportunities on the line from the very first stage.

The Yeats Ridge Connacht Forestry Rally is expected to attract a strong field of junior competitors and will provide a true test of skill and consistency on classic forest stages, as MIJRS continues its role as Ireland’s premier pathway for emerging rally drivers.

Pics by James Burke Photography