On 20 November, Dubai’s Sheikh Zayed Road transformed into a 14km cycling track for the very first time. The event was part of Dubai Fitness Challenge 2020 and was organized by Dubai Tourism and Dubai Sports Council. An exhilarating atmosphere of positivity and excitement surged through Dubai as over 20,000 cyclists logged their rides to make history and mark a new milestone in their fitness journey with the inaugural Dubai Ride 2020.
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More Than 20,000 Riders Make History At The First-Ever Cycling Event
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Dubai Crown Prince spearheaded the ride. The ride kicked off as early as 5:00 am. Cyclists embarked on two breath-taking routes in the heart of the city – a 14 km loop on Sheikh Zayed Road and a 4 km Family Route around Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Boulevard.
More than 20,000 people participated in Dubai Ride today… To every single rider, thank you for your positive energy and passion. This truly is the dynamic heart of Dubai that makes us proud and optimistic for our future. pic.twitter.com/mfyyEWglzP
— Hamdan bin Mohammed (@HamdanMohammed) November 20, 2020
More than 20,000 riders pedaled down the 14 km Sheikh Zayed Road route as both directions of the highway were exclusively opened for cyclists. International athletes, as well as the city’s leading cycling clubs and communities, rode around Dubai’s iconic landmarks including Emirates Towers, The Museum of the Future, and the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC).
Families and children as young as five years old joined in stride with the city’s love for the sport, enjoying the 4km bike ride around Souk Al Bahar, Dubai Opera, The Dubai Fountain and Burj Khalifa. The event also witnessed high participation from people of determination, who joined together to cycle around Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Boulevard.
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It was visual delight to see UAE residents come together to strengthen the city’s vision- to embrace a healthier lifestyle. Government organisations, as well as schools and educational institutions joined participants in a socially-distanced setting.
Dubai Fitness Challenge 2020 will continue until November 28. For more information on all events and activities, please visit www.dubaifitnesschallenge.com.
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