Discover the sport and fringe programmes in Dublin

Friday 09 December 2022

Discover the sport and fringe programmes in Dublin

A real first on the agenda on Sunday 11 December, when Dublin will be the setting for the first ever UCI Cyclo-cross World Cup round on Irish soil. Lots of top riders will sign up for the cross on and around the Sport Ireland Campus, but there will also be plenty to do off the course. Get to know the programme below.

The ninth round of the UCI Cyclo-cross World Cup is one to look forward to. The most important regularity criterium is heading to Ireland for the first time. Supporters who want to attend the race live can enjoy a great sports programme on Sunday 11 December:

  • 09h30: Women U19 (no World Cup)
  • 11h00: Men U19 (no World Cup)
  • 12h40: Women Elite
  • 14h10: Men Elite

Please note, these timings are for Irish time zone (GMT).

Skills zone

Cycling Ireland is setting up a skills zone near the start and finish line on Sunday. There, children aged between 3 and 12 can test their cycling skills on a course full of obstacles. Those wishing to participate have to bring their own bike and helmet. For those who cannot, Cycling Ireland will provide their own equipment. 

Programme on Saturday

Not only on Sunday, riders will give their best on Saturday as well. What's more, you can attend the Saturday programme for free:

  • 11h30 - 11h50      Cycling Ireland Track Practice
  • 12h00 - 12h40     Cycling Ireland U14 & U16 Men & Women race
  • 12h55 - 13h45     Cycling Ireland Senior Men & Women race
  • 14h00 - 16h00     Official training

Please note, these timings are for Irish time zone (GMT).