NEOM Titan Desert Bike Race attracts 242 cyclists from 24 nations

 

Neom Titan Desert Bike Race:

For the third year running, the NEOM Titan Desert Bike Race took place in the Jeddah mountains as part of the NEOM Beach Games Championship. Trending: Former Saudi Expatriates to be allowed to invest in Saudi Arabia

With 242 cyclists from 24 different countries taking part, this race is truly a world-class athletic event.

Over the course of four difficult stages, Luis Leon Sanchez and Tessa Courtkas triumphed in Neom’s harsh desert environment.

As a first, the last stage of the race went through the NEOM Nature Reserve, providing riders with a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to ride through expansive natural areas that are home to a wide range of animals.

Professional cyclists from around the world competed in the race. Among them were 12 world champions and 12 Tour de France stage winners from Slovakia and Italy, respectively, as well as Daniele Oss, who had competed in 16 global races. These A-list athletes presence at the event is more proof that NEOM is the place to be for major athletic events throughout the world. Most Viewed: Saudi Rail Network to be expanded over 8000 km

In a show of support for local talent, NEOM has teamed up with the Saudi Cycling Federation to provide 20 Saudi racers with the chance to compete against top international teams. The young Saudi rider Marwaj Adel was a member of the “Live AlUla Jaco Ladies” Australian squad for the NEOM Beach Games Championship for the second year running.

According to Jan Patterson, Head of Sports at NEOM, “we are cementing our position as a leading destination for global sports, in line with the goals of Saudi Vision 2030,” by hosting famous events like the NEOM Titan Desert Race.

“The NEOM Beach Games’ continued success in luring top athletes from around the globe further solidifies NEOM’s position as a global leader in organizing and supporting high-performance athletic events.”

“Every year, NEOM Titan Desert Bike Race proves its ability to amaze the world and present something new,” stated Titan Racing Globe CEO Jesus Garcia. The stunning diversity and individuality of NEOM were on full display at this year’s Titan Desert Race. Read: Saudi Arabia to impose Travel ban on Expats in food poisoning cases

With 242 cyclists from around the globe competing through the one-of-a-kind desert terrain and relishing in the luxurious amenities provided by Titan Mountain Camp, this edition was truly remarkable.

Everyone who managed to finish the race is, without a doubt, a champion. “I want to extend my congratulations to everyone who took part, and I definitely want to be a part of this again,” Garcia added.

The FINA Open Water Swimming World Cup was also held at the NEOM Beach Games. Specially held to cap off this year’s NEOM Beach Games, which featured a plethora of sports, this final was a first for the event. Follow Saudi Expatriates on imo messenger