Tour de France riders head for Gold Coast
The inaugural Daikin Gold Coast Festival of Cycling, to be held November 17-18, will attract top cyclists, including Tour de France riders, in a format that includes a challenging 102km ‘Gran Fondo’, and a 50km ‘Piccolo Fondo’.
Off-track festivities include a golf day and gala charity dinner at RACV Royal Pines.
Three-time Tour de France green jersey winner Robbie McEwen is ambassador and co-organiser for what he and his partners hope will develop into a major international event.
The two-day event encourages mass participation during tours through the Gold Coast hinterland, as well as junior and corporate events and a professional criterium.
McEwen’s involvement has led to members of his Orica-GreenEDGE professional team taking part.
They will hold part of their pre-season training camp on the Gold Coast and take parts in events supporting charities Variety and Careflight.
More details at www.gcfoc.com.au
Ian Jarrett
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