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Sun Hung Kai Properties Hong Kong Cyclothon encourages sport and charity

SHKP demonstrates its belief in Building Homes with Heart by organizing, supporting and sponsoring events encouraging people to exercise for charity. SHKP will act as title and charity sponsor of the Sun Hung Kai Properties Hong Kong Cyclothon in October this year and also make additional donations for charity in the spirit of giving.

Enjoying a fun family ride

Top Hong Kong cyclists have participated in numerous international events in past years and their remarkable results are well recognized by Hong Kong people. The Sun Hung Kai Properties Hong Kong Cyclothon this coming October will further promote cycling in Hong Kong and present the fun of cycling from a whole new angle. SHKP Chairman and Managing Director Raymond Kwok said: "SHKP is putting its commitment to healthy, sustainable living into practice and encouraging people to exercise for a good cause with its title and charity sponsorships of the first Hong Kong Cyclothon. The initiative is meant to inspire people to care for those in need as they enjoy cycling. Cycling is suitable for people of all ages and parents wanting to share a good time with their children can join the Cyclothon Family Fun ride."

Join the debut event

The Cyclothon will include races recognized by the Union Cycliste Internationale. People will be able to safely ride major thoroughfares and appreciate special landmarks including International Commerce Centre – the tallest building in Hong Kong – and the Hong Kong Cultural Centre. The Tsing Ma Bridge will also be open to cyclists for the first time with the 35km Challenge offering magnificent views. Online registration is now open and places will be allocated in order of application. Part of the enrolment fees for the races and all the fees for the CEO Charity ride will go to The Community Chest of Hong Kong and The Boys' and Girls' Clubs Association of Hong Kong.

Diverse activities to brighten the atmosphere

The Cyclothon will have a range of events for different participants including an International Criterium race, Men's and Women's Open races and CEO Charity ride on 10 October, as well as the 35km Challenge (individual and team) for amateur cyclists and enthusiasts, a 10km Community ride, Kids & Youth rides and a Family Fun ride on 11 October. The organizer will also hold a carnival in the Hong Kong Cultural Centre Plaza with food and drink, games and cycling-themed booths, along with live music to create an enjoyable sporting feast for all

Sun Hung Kai Properties Hong Kong Cyclothon
Website: www.DiscoverHongKong.com/Cyclothon