Dr na May (CEO, Sport Ireland) & Dermot Dignam present Odhrn Doogan with the Sport Ireland Blue County Winner Jersey during Rs Tailteann 2025. Photographer: Lorraine OSullivan.Cairde Rs Tailteann is delighted to announce the continued support of Sport Ireland, Cycling Ireland and the Department of Sport for Rs Tailteann 2026.Funding from these key bodies plays a vital role in ensuring the success of the event and maintaining its status as a premier showcase for Irish cycling, both at home and internationally.Race Director Ger Campbell expressed his gratitude on behalf of the organisation: We greatly value the ongoing support of Sport Ireland, Cycling Ireland, and the Department of Sport. This backing is essential in enabling us to deliver an event of the highest standard for riders and supporters, while continuing to raise the profile of Rs Tailteann in Ireland and beyond.I would particularly like to thank Minister Patrick ODonovan TD and Minister Charlie McConalogue TD for their continued support. We also extend our sincere thanks to James Quilligan of Cycling Ireland for his ongoing collaboration, as well as Dr na May and Paul McDermott of Sport Ireland for their continued belief in the importance of Rs Tailteann as a flagship event in Irish sport.James Quilligan, CEO of Cycling Ireland, added:Cycling Ireland is pleased to once again support Rs Tailteann in 2026. As one of the most recognised and respected events in Irish cycling, the Rs provides a valuable platform for both domestic and international riders. We are proud to work alongside such a dedicated organising team, and we thank Sport Ireland and the Department of Sport for their continued support in making the event possible.The blue county rider jersey will once again feature the Sport Ireland logo, while all race jerseys will display the Cycling Ireland logo & dual language Sport Ireland logo highlighting the strong partnerships that Cairde Rs Tailteann is proud to showcase at this prestigious international event.