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Thousands compete in Spinneys Dubai 92 cycle challenge

Sunday, 19 February 2023 16:30

By ARN News Staff

via Twitter @DXBMediaOffice

Thousands of riders hit the streets of Dubai before dawn to take part in the annual Spinneys Dubai 92 cycle challenge.

Over 2000 competitors, including the world’s elite cyclists, raced round Dubai on the 13th edition of the race on Sunday.

202 cyclists from 11 categories qualified to take part in the 2023 UCI Cycling World Championships in Glasgow, taking place from August 3 to August 13.

With the participation of 2000+ competitors, including the world’s elite cyclists, the 13th edition of @SpinneysDubai92 was held today in #Dubai. 202 cyclists from 11 categories qualified to take part in the 2023 UCI Cycling World Championships in Glasgow. pic.twitter.com/44x0UOIhdN
— Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) February 19, 2023

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