Race Series - Introduction

There has always been a dearth of races for Irish sprinters and the only time they all seem to come together and race each other is the Nationals in July or August. The Irish Sprinters Race Series hopes to change that by creating a race series using the existing domestic race calendar and bringing the top sprinters together more often racing each other.

Athletes will only score points from their best five races in Ireland and will be awarded points based on finishing positions in these races. This is due to the wide number of races available and to make it fairer for those who miss races due to injury or otherwise.

It is hoped to also organize a Sprints Finale event to finish the sprints season with races for 100m, 200m and 400m. The winner and those in runner-up positions will receive prizes.

The athlete with the most points at the end of the Series will be declared the winner. They will receive a trophy as well as a small prize. There will also be prizes for those in runner-up positions.