In a tremendous sponsorship boost ahead of this August’s competitive action, prominent pure road racing supporters FonaCAB have been officially unveiled as the new title sponsor of the world famous, steeped in history Ulster Grand Prix.
Joint title backers of the North West 200, prominent taxi firm FonaCAB roads sponsorship resume also includes supporting rising roads star Paul Jordan, and eight times International Road Race winner Lee Johnston.
Speaking about their decision to take on the Ulster GP title sponsorship reigns, FonaCAB Managing Director William McCausland stated:
“As a lifelong road racing fan and veteran of many visits to Bike Week over the years, I am delighted we will be the title sponsors of the 2019 fonaCAB Ulster Grand Prix.
Having sat at Wheeler’s Corner and Quarry Bends enjoying the racing over many years, I know first-hand of the quality of both the course and the competitors and of what’s involved in putting together such a prestigious event, one which we are proud to put our name to.”
He continued:
“The fonaCAB brand is becoming synonymous with bike racing in Northern Ireland, and our support of the Ulster Grand Prix follows our successful title sponsorship of the 2019 North West 200 and of the Tyco BMW team.”
Photo by Stephen Davison
Providing additional comment on the newly formed link up with FonaCAB, Ulster GP Clerk of the Course Noel Johnston said:
“We are delighted to have fonaCAB on board as title sponsors for Ulster Grand Prix Bike Week in 2019.
It has provided a big boost, just as we are laying our final plans for all the action to begin. William McCausland is a road racing fan and his enthusiasm for the sport is obvious and infectious.
As an international road race meeting that attracts global attention, the Ulster will provide a major platform to showcase the fonaCAB brand.”
Words by Stevie Rial