Drama on Stage 2 of Rás na mBan in Kilkenny - major crash

There was drama on stage two of Ras na mBan as it made its way through county Kilkenny today.

As the peloton was coming through Knocktopher there was a huge pile up in the group, and many riders went down. 

Five riders were reported as not finishing the stage.

Above: Josie Knight taking victory on stage two

Race Commissaires reported one breach of regulations concerning vehicle movements during the race.  Emma Trott, of National Team Great Britain, was fined €40. Fines must be paid before the start of Stage 3.

Today's stage  was an 89km road race starting in Kilkenny and finishing in the village of Piltown.

Riders raced to a 19.6km finishing circuit including two Queen of the Hills at 55.9KM and 75.6KM

Stage 2 Route: Kilkenny (SHC) – Stoneyford – Knocktopher – Ballyhale – Mullinavat – Piltown – 2 laps of circuit via Templeorum – The Sweep – Piltown

For more on Ras na mBan click here.