The Salam Cycling Championship, organized by the private office of His Highness the Ruler of Dubai, recorded special moments with significant participation from female competitors in the women’s race, which was attended by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President of the State and Prime Minister. This race is part of the tenth edition of the championship, which featured record financial prizes reaching 460,000 dirhams, reflecting the growing interest and support for women’s sports in the UAE.
Strong Competition and Outstanding Participation
In this context, Dutch cyclist Lorena Wiebes from the Dubai Police – Happiness team won the women’s race after her impressive performance over 93 kilometers in the Al Marmoom reserve. Lorena, a two-time European champion, secured first place and received a cash prize of 100,000 dirhams. Her teammate Femke Markus took second place with a prize of 70,000 dirhams, while Nina Kessler from the Dubai Residency A team came in third, winning 50,000 dirhams.
Team Rankings and Individual Awards
Regarding team rankings, the Dubai Police – Happiness team secured first place, while the Dubai Residency A team came in second, and the Dubai Residency B team finished third. Additionally, Moza Al Mansouri was honored with the award for Best Emirati Cyclist in the over-40 category, while Yulia Polyvaia from the Airwick team received the same award across various nationalities.
Race Launch and Appreciation of Government Support
The race festivities began in front of the Al Qudra Village for endurance races, showcasing the beauty of nature and the historical landmarks of Dubai, which was highlighted through media coverage. Omar Bin Jumaa Al Falasi, Director General of the private office of His Highness the Ruler of Dubai, emphasized the support of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, expressing gratitude for this support, which significantly contributes to the success of the championship. He noted that the new generation of sporting talents is evident through the outstanding performance of the competitors.
Continuing Events and Expansion of the Championship
The tenth edition of the Salam Cycling Championship aims to present more events for various categories, including unique races such as the amateur men’s race under the slogan “Security and Safety.” Additionally, two desert races for both women and men will be organized, reflecting the championship’s vision for expansion and celebration of women’s sports. In collaboration with several strategic partners, the championship sees active participation from the Dubai Police, Dubai Municipality, and other entities to enhance this distinguished sporting event.
We all look forward to more remarkable events that elevate the status of women’s sports and reflect the aspirations of our wise leadership in supporting sports across all fields.