HKTB promotes sports month

HONG KONG The Hong Kong Tourism Board will stage the Sun Hung Kai Properties Hong Kong Cyclothon for the second year, 25 September.

As the anchor event of  the Hong Kong Sports Month, this year’s cycling event is the biggest of its kind in Hong Kong, welcoming cyclists from around the world.

It will involve an international line-up of elite cyclists to race on a city course featuring three tunnels and three bridges

The Sun Hung Kai Properties Hong Kong Cyclothon comprises four races and five cycling activities this year, many of which have been improved by new elements.

International Criterium: Top cycle teams have been invited to compete in this race, including Lampre-Merida, a celebrated UCI World Team, which has already confirmed its participation.

The route for the race has been slightly modified and improved by reducing the number of turning points to allow high-speed racing and a strong finish.

Challenge Ride: This route has been extended to 50km, covering six districts. It is the first cycling activity in Hong Kong to feature three tunnels and three bridges, and the new Ting Kau Bridge and Eagle’s Nest Tunnel sections will add challenge and excitement to the ride.

Community Ride: This route has been extended to 30km to include the testing Stonecutters Bridge.

HKTB chairman, Peter Lam said: “The extended route will include iconic buildings and main roads in Hong Kong, and is expected to draw more avid cyclists from around the globe.

“We look forward to showcasing the city’s scenic views to a bigger international audience through local and overseas coverage of the event.”

The Sun Hung Kai Properties Hong Kong Cyclothon is the anchor event of the HKTB’s Hong Kong Sports Month, during which a series of sports mega events, including the FIA Formula E – Hong Kong ePrix and Hong Kong Tennis Open, will be promoted to draw visitors to Hong Kong.

Again this year, Sun Hung Kai Properties Limited (SHKP) is the title and charity sponsor of the Hong Kong Cyclothon.

Online registration opens to the public 27 June.

This year’s event will maintain its charitable element. Part of the enrolment fee from the various activities (Individual: HKD100, Team Time Trial: HKD600 and 50 km Team Challenge Ride: HKD5,000) and all the enrolment fees from the CEO Charity Ride will be donated to charity.