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Top drivers prepare for 2026 Donegal International Rally starting Friday

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Last updated Jun 18, 2026

Top drivers prepare for 2026 Donegal International Rally starting Friday
Summary

The 2026 Donegal International Rally is set to take place from Friday to Sunday, featuring prominent names like Kris Meeke, Josh McErlean, and Callum Devine. Meeke returns to Irish rallying for the first time in 18 years, while Devine aims for a historic fourth consecutive win. McErlean enters the rally after a break from his current WRC commitments. Michael Dunlop, a multi-time Isle of Man TT winner, will participate in a Ford Escort but is not expected to contend for overall victory. The event will feature 20 stages, with intense competition anticipated among the strong field of drivers.

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  • •Kris Meeke returns to rallying after 18 years in Donegal.
  • •Callum Devine seeks a record fourth consecutive rally win.
  • •Josh McErlean competes in Donegal during a WRC break.
  • •Michael Dunlop aims for a solid finish in a Ford Escort.
  • •The rally comprises 20 stages, running from Friday to Sunday.
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  • 7:06 AMYahoo Sports — Why the Donegal International Rally could be a classic
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Ahead of the 2026 Donegal International Rally, BBC Sport looks at some of the big names who could make it a classic year.

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