In partnership with Dubai Sports Council, the build-up to the 2022 Spinneys Dubai 92 Cycle Challenge continued on Saturday as cyclists completed their third Build-Up Ride of the series to close out preparations for 2021, with the main challenge set to kick-off in February 2022.

At the beloved Al-Qudra track in Dubai, over 400 athletes cycled through the 66km course to complete the third Build-Up Ride in the series leading up to the main 92km race on Saturday 19 February 2022.

In the day’s rides, Andrey Demekhin and Tatiana Bruman took first place on the 66km course. Demekhin finished in 1:32.25 in the men’s category, with Bruman completing Saturday’s ride in 1:40.37 to stand top of the podium in the women’s category.

The competition for this year’s coveted yellow jersey in the DUBAI BIG 5 continues to bring surprises with strong performances across the peloton. Ian Martin will wear the men’s yellow jersey going into the fourth Build-up Ride, followed closely by Gregory Simpson and Josh Salvatus in the current standings. In the female category, Babita Khatri will wear the leader’s jersey ahead of Elmira Pelovello going into the final Build-Up Ride on Sunday 23rd January.

In an exciting development for new cyclists keen to get involved in the short course, Organisers have revealed that the 2022 challenge will see the introduction of the Learn to Ride Programme, a free to enter 90-minute clinic for new cyclists to build their understanding and skills on the bike in a fun, safe environment.

Launching for the first time on 23rd January alongside the final Build-Up Ride for the 2022 challenge, Organisers have encouraged anyone aged 13 and up to register for this expert-led experience.

With only one Build-Up Ride of 85km in January remaining before the main race on 19th February 2022, cyclists eager to join in the fun can find more information on how to sign up for the main 92km challenge or to register for the new Learn to Ride Programme at www.cyclechallenge.ae

BUILD-UP RIDE 4: 85km on 23 January 2022
LEARN TO RIDE PROGRAMME on 23 January 2022
2022 SPINNEYS DUBAI 92 CYCLE CHALLENGE: 92km Race on 19 February 2022

Held in partnership with Dubai Sports Council, Spinneys and Dubai 92, the Spinneys Dubai 92 Cycle Challenge is one of the Middle East’s premium sporting races, regularly attracting thousands of riders from all over the world. Ideal for first-time racers or those with little cycling experience, a short course ride has also been reintroduced for 2022, along with a much-elevated post-event race village and hospitality experience for the riders, their friends, and family to enjoy.

The Organisers will ensure that the necessary precautions are in place at all Build-Up Rides and the main event to ensure public wellness and a COVID-19 safe environment. More details will be shared individually with each participant closer to the events.

For registration and further information, please visit www.cyclechallenge.ae.