Heartfelt tributes have been pouring in for a county councillor who was tragically killed in a Donegal rally crash.
Dad-of-five Manus Kelly has been described as a "true gentleman" who had a "class attitude" towards life.
The Fianna Fail man sadly died on Sunday afternoon in the crash at Fanad Head loop during Donegal International Rally.
Friend Alma Kavanagh said: "Manus Kelly rest well my friend, you’ll never be forgotten.
"A remarkable legend of a man, who’s heart was bigger than all the hills in Donegal, you were always so thoughtful and you had an utterly class attitude to life."
Bernard McSweeney added: "May I say my most heart felt condolences to the Kelly family and the many friends of Manus Kelly.
"He was a true gent. It's a sad day, may he rest in peace."
Tomasz Miastkowski said: "What a terrible day it's been. My condolences to your Children your wife, family and friends.
"You are real gentleman always shaked a hand when saw me. It was pleasure to see you in action and see your smile. You will never be forgotten."
Political leaders also paid tribute to the newly-elected councillor, who was a three time winner and reigning champion of the rally competition.
Fianna Fáil Leader Micheál Martin offered his condolences to Manus’s wife Bernie, his five young children, his parents Jacqueline and Donal, and to each of his eight siblings.
He said: "As three time consecutive and reigning champion of the Donegal International Rally, Manus’s racing talent was limitless. He was widely respected and loved by all of the rally community here in Ireland," he said.
“Manus had just embarked on a promising career in local politics having recently been elected to Donegal County Council representing the Fianna Fáil party.
"It was obvious throughout his recent election campaign that he was passionate and entirely committed to serving the people of the Letterkenny electoral area which he cherished.
"Manus made a huge contribution to his community. As a self-employed businessman, he employed 60 people in Letterkenny. He was an active fundraiser and advocate for the Letterkenny University Hospital.
"He had great commitment to the GAA and managed his local club, Glenswilly to Junior B success in 2016."
Minister of State for Sport, Brendan Griffin said: "I would like to extend my deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Manus Kelly who was tragically killed in the Donegal rally competition.
"Manus was a great ambassador for Irish motor sport and had a promising role in local politics. He will be sorely missed by all that knew him."
His co-driver Donall Barrett was also injured in the smash and was receiving treatment at Letterkenny University Hospital on Sunday.
The last day of the rally was abruptly cancelled after the fatal collision which happened at around 12.30pm.
In a statement, Motorsport Ireland said: "Donegal Motor Club & Motorsport Ireland would like to extend its sympathies to the family and friends of Manus Kelly who was fatally injured during a tragic accident while competing in the Donegal International Rally on Sunday 23 June 2019.
"Manus was a three time winner of the rally and was immensely popular in the rally fraternity. He was elected to Donegal County Council in the recent elections and was a prominent business man in Donegal.
"Our thoughts are with his family and all affected at this time."
