Message from Race Director On behalf of the organising committee, it is my pleasure to welcome you to this year’s Analog Devices Cork City Marathon. As Race Director, I want to recognise the dedication each participant has shown in preparing for this event, and to acknowledge the many partners who make it possible. Firstly, I would like to thank our Title Sponsor, Analog Devices, and to welcome them to their first year as title Sponsor of the Analog Devices Cork City Marathon. Their support is greatly appreciated. It has enabled us to expand the race and, importantly, to continue supporting the community groups who volunteer week after week and make such a meaningful difference in their localities. We extend our sincere appreciation to the Gardaí for their coordination and support; to the medical teams for their expertise and readiness; to the Cork Athletics Board and the BHAA for their guidance and collaboration; to the volunteers, whose commitment underpins every element of the race; and to the Army, whose assistance contributes greatly to the smooth running of the event. We also wish to thank our partners and sponsors: The Examiner, 96FM, C103, The Runners Diary Podcast , the Running Buddy App, Kevin
O’Leary Motors, Keanes Jeweller s, and Vita Coco . Their continued support strengthens this event year after year. I would like to personally thank all members of the various committees and subgroups who give up their free time to ensure no stone is left unturned. The Technical Committee - David Walsh, Anna O’Brien, Pat Walsh, John Quigley, Michael Flynn, Graham Meikle, Kevin Cummins, Stephen Geoghan, and Denis O’Sullivan - have been a pleasure to work with. Two long standing cornerstones of the group, David Walsh, who has led day to day operations from the Council side, and John Quigley, both AIMS Measurer and County Board Representative, are moving on. John is heading into a well earned retirement, and Dave is taking up a new role in the Housing Department following a well deserved promotion. Both will be a significant loss to the Technical Committee. I am also fortunate to have the expertise of our Runners Advisory
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