A pack of four riders are through checkpoint two, meaning they’re now closer to the finish in Kinsale than the start. The foursome is led by Rob Webb and Dan Harty, who’ve been trading the top spot for the last 12 hours.

Earlier today, Rich Marshall captured this stunning photograph of a rider making their way towards the cliffs of Annacuna, which feature Ireland's highest cave:

British rider Michal Serafin captured his view of the MacGillycuddy's Reeks mountain range from this morning as he approached the pass:

And here's 18th place rider Mark Smith’s secret to success – a hearty vegan breakfast: