2025 Ashling Murphy 4 mile road race launched by Offaly Athletics

Offaly Athletics is proud to host the Ashling Murphy 4 Mile Road Race again in 2025.

At a recent launch event, Ashling’s parents, Ray and Kathleen Murphy, were joined by representatives from Offaly’s athletic clubs and Councillor Peter Ormond to mark the occasion.

This year’s race will take place on Sunday, May 11th, starting and finishing in the heart of Tullamore town centre. Walkers will begin at 9:45am, with runners setting off at 10:00am. The fast, looped course, featuring a downhill finish promises a great opportunity for personal bests.

A highlight of the day will be the presentation of the Ashling Murphy Perpetual Trophy to the first female finisher, a special moment that will be led by Ashling’s parents.

Ray Murphy, Ashling’s dad, will once again lead the participants from the start line on his motorbike, accompanied by members of Camcor Cycles.

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The event continues to grow in popularity, with over 2,000 spectators attending last year and even more expected this year. Thanks to the generous support of Centra, all finishers will receive an impressive goody bag.

This race marks the opening of the Offaly Athletics Endurance Series and Round 3 of the Peugeot Race Series. It also serves as the Offaly Junior, Senior, and Master 4 Mile Championships.

Other races in the Offaly Endurance Series include:

Jack Cox 10K (Kilcormac Killoughey AC)

Frank Kilrane 10 Mile (Edenderry AC)

Bord na Móna Tullamore Harriers Half Marathon

Remaining races in the Peugeot Race Series:

Bob Heffernan 5K (Enfield)

Dunshaughlin 10K

Roscommon 10 Mile

Edenderry 10 Mile

Youghal AC Half Marathon

Cork City 10K

Charleville International Half Marathon

Peugeot has also introduced a €2,000 bonus prize pot this year. Both the top male and female finishers will receive an extra €500, and a brand-new €1,000 prize will be awarded to the top mixed team of six (3 men + 3 women) at each race.

In addition to the Perpetual Trophy, there will be prizes for:

1st, 2nd, and 3rd male and female finishers

First finishers in the O40, O45, O50, O60, and O70 age categories (both male and female)

Online registration is now open at popupraces.ie and will close on May 7th. Offaly Athletics extends its thanks to all who are helping bring this special event to life once again.