Hong Kong Cyclothon Rolls Back Into Action On Nov 30

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 17 (Bernama) -- The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) has announced that Hong Kong’s largest annual cycling event, the Sun Hung Kai Properties Hong Kong Cyclothon, is set to return on Nov 30, bringing with it an enhanced lineup of races, routes, and public festivities.

This year’s edition offers a fresh and comprehensive array of activities and experiences for sports lovers to immerse in the city’s vibrant energy, from professional races on brand new routes in the city streets among top athletes to a cycling-themed carnival with sports and entertainment experiences.

“The Hong Kong Cyclothon is a true highlight of our sporting calendar, offering locals and visitors an exceptional competitive cycling experience and showcasing the city’s ability to blend sport with tourism.

“Looking ahead, the HKTB aims to expand the Hong Kong Cyclothon across the Greater Bay Area and work in partnership with neighbouring destinations to build a world-class tourism brand for the region,” said HKTB Chairman, Dr Peter Lam in a statement.

The popular non-competitive rides include the 50-kilometre (km) “four tunnels, three bridges” route, and the 32km featuring “two tunnels, two bridges” route, with a total of 6,000 places available to local, Mainland and overseas cyclists who can test their fitness along major roads passing renowned landmarks.

This year’s 32km ride will include the inaugural World University Trophy, bringing together cyclists from universities in Hong Kong, Mainland and overseas in a challenge that combines sports, tourism and cultural exchange.

Meanwhile, the City Cycling Challenge around the Greater Bay Area (Hong Kong) – Sun Hung Kai Properties Men’s and Women’s Open will break from the traditional circuit format, as the race will extend beyond Tsim Sha Tsui for the first time with a longer course taking in varied terrain.

Furthermore, at the West Kowloon Cultural District’s Art Park, HKTB will present an action-packed Cyclothon Carnival offering a dynamic mix of music and sports performances with a variety of food booths, sports gear markets and activities such as face painting stalls and balloon art workshops.

-- BERNAMA