IT’S BEEN A rough 24 hours for the Coveney camp.

In something of a political blitzkrieg, Leo Varadkar has managed to pass the 40-vote mark in terms of support for his leadership bid from the Fine Gael parliamentary party.

Just a reminder, Leo hasn’t even launched his campaign yet. That’s happening this afternoon.

Now, commentators and TDs alike are starting to say the contest is a done deal already. But, with two weeks to go, do you agree?

We’re asking: Is the Fine Gael election over already?

Poll Results:

Yes (7349)

No (1558)

Not sure (732)

Yes
No
Not sure

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Poll: Is this leadership election over before it's even begun?

Poll Results:

Making a difference

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