Mayor urges public to vote ‘Darren Clarke’

Speaking from council HQ on Tuesday night, the borough’s first citizen urged the Coleraine public to “return the favour” for a man whose achievements have brought honour and prestige to the entire borough and Portrush in particular.

“I would urge everyone in the Borough, and indeed Northern Ireland, to vote for Darren Clarke in this week’s annual BBC Sports Personality of the Year award,” he said.

“Darren, who took what is perhaps golf’s biggest trophy in July is one of those nominated for the award.

“To highlight Darren’s achievements, during the television broadcast from 8pm to 10pm on Thursday, December 22nd, members of the public will be provided with an opportunity to vote for their preferred choice.

“So, I would urge everyone to vote ‘DARREN CLARKE’ and make Darren a winner supported by the borough of Coleraine.”

Voting for the main award will be from a shortlist of 10 contenders presented during the live show on BBC One tonight (Thursday) and voting will only be available by phone. The number to call for each contender will be revealed on the programme after 8pm. There is no voting via the BBC Sport website, email, red button or by text.