Cycle Challenge set for UAE first with full road closures

Sport360 staff 12:04 28/10/2016
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  • Organisers hope over 2,500 people will take part.

    This year’s Spinneys Dubai 92 Cycle Challenge continued Friday will enjoy full road closures for the 92km challenge in a first for an amateur cycling event in the UAE.

    The announcement was made at the third Build-Up ride which saw over 600 cyclists from across the UAE take part at Al Qudra Cycle Track.

    Now in its seventh year, organisers hope over 2,500 cycling enthusiasts from all over the world will take part in this year’s edition.

    “It has taken almost seven years to make this announcement and we are thrilled with the support we have received from the Dubai Police, the Dubai Sports Council and the RTA who have all been instrumental in making this happen and special thanks to everyone involved,” said a Spinneys Dubai 92 Cycle Challenge spokesperson.

    “We are getting closer and closer to the 92km challenge and it’s great to see everyone continue with their training as they near the end goal. This morning’s atmosphere was fantastic and everyone seems very excited about the news.”

    The event is highly popular.

    The event is highly popular.

    The final Build-Up ride will take place on 25 November at Al Qudra Cycle Track ahead of the 92km challenge taking place on Friday 16 December starting at Dubai Autodrome.

    Juniors also have the opportunity to be involved in the cycling weekend with dedicated 15km and 30km Junior Rides taking place on Thursday, 15 December at the Dubai Autodrome.

    To register or find out more about any of the Spinneys Dubai 92 Cycle Challenge events please visit www.cyclechallenge.ae

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