Philip is running over 100kms for Cancer charity

Local runner and charity fundraiser Philip Kissane is set for the biggest challenge of his career as he lines up for the Cork City Marathon on Sunday.

time around is over eight times the distance at 42kms.

on a new track through the grounds of An Oige Killarney Youth Hostel and the Fossa Way, the decision to run a race there again was an obvious one,” said Killarney Cycling Club Secretary Niamh Sheahan.

“We would like to thank An Oige and the Cycling Ireland Off Road commission for this opportunity as well as all those who have helped with the preparation of the track and organising the event.

“We look forward to welcoming competitors from all over the country to Fossa and hopefully everyone enjoys our event and a good Bank Holiday weekend in Killarney."

Phillip has already completed four half marathons at various locations around Killarney – all in aid of Kerry Cancer Support Group – or the Cancer Bus as it popularly called.

This is the second time that Phillip has run four half marathon and an official race for the charity.

Back in 2021 he finished with 5km Run Killarney event but his finishing race this