A new fund was launched today which intends to help the next generation of Irish riders become professionals. The Emerald Fund was officially launched by Dan Martin of Cannondale Garmin. Speaking about the fund Dan said:

“The idea came about as a result of talks with key people in Irish Cycling. The time is right to step up and support the next generation of riders coming through, across all disciplines.”

“I was lucky to avail of support from both the Dave Rayner Fund and the Braveheart Fund, our hope is that likewise the Emerald Fund can assist upcoming riders take that next step to what is a very tough, but extremely rewarding career”.

In addition to Dan Martin’s backing, they also have the support of other top Irish riders including Nicolas Roche, Philip Deignan, Martyn Irvine, National Champion Damien Shaw and Eddie Dunbar.

Their inaugural event will take place November 14th in Dunboyne and Dunboyne Castle and all details regarding the fund can now be found on their site.

For more information, see http://emeraldfund.ie/

or follow them on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Emeraldfund?fref=nf

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