SHAH ALAM, June 11 — The 2nd Selangor International Bicycle Race (SIR) 2024, organised by the Selangor State Development Corporation (PKNS) on June 23, is expected to attract 1,000 local and international participants.
PKNS group chief executive officer Datuk Mahmud Abbas said the SIR 2024 is expected to feature riders from nine countries, including the United Kingdom, Japan, Singapore, Brunei, Australia, Indonesia, Bangladesh, Germany, and the Philippines.
Riders competing in the SIR 2024 will cover 145km, with the race starting at PKNS’ headquarters in Shah Alam and heading towards Denai Alam, Elmina, Kuang, Kundang, and Ijok, as well as locations where there are PKNS projects, especially Kota Puteri, a place known for coal mining.
“So far, 10 Malaysian teams have confirmed their participation, namely Team Aquatwo Cyclomotion, Malaysia Pro Cycling Team, TSG Academy, MSN Terengganu, Polis Diraja Malaysia, Angkatan Tentera Malaysia, Selangor State Cycling Team, Perak State Cycling Team, Putrajaya State Cycling Team, and Gruppetto Propain,” he said.
Speaking to the press after launching the SIR 2024 at the Shah Alam Convention Centre today, Mahmud said the race had also received support from strategic partners, which include the Youth and Sports Ministry and the Malaysian National Cycling Federation.
Earlier, five SIR 2024 ambassadors were introduced at the launching ceremony, comprising prominent former national cyclists.
They include former cyclist Adiq Husainie Othman, who had competed in the Olympics; sprint ace Anuar Manan; rising amateur rider Zanika Zailan; Australian Criterium Championship winner Izat Roslan; and former professional cycling 2024 Powerman 2024 champion Hafiz Hamid.
Meanwhile, Raja Muda Selangor Tengku Amir Shah is expected to flag off the race on June 23.
Mahmud said the race, which offers attractive prizes, will be divided into two main competitive categories — professional and amateur — featuring various age group categories.
The SIR 2024 not only provides a platform for local riders to showcase their talent but also provides the established riders an opportunity to compete against international riders.
“Apart from being a competitive race, the SIR 2024 will also boost the local economy, especially for the business community in aspects of accommodation, food, transport services, tourism, etc,” he said.
The race will be streamed live for viewers who come to PKNS’ headquarters, while more information about the race can be obtained at https://selangorrace.com.
— Bernama
