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The third edition of the Tour de France Prudential Singapore Criterium will welcome several star cyclists with defending champion Jasper Philipsen, legendary sprinter Mark Cavendish, four-time Tour de France champion Chris Froome and young star Biniam Girmay confirmed for the Nov 9-10 event.
Brand new TDF Singapore route
These riders and their fellow competitors will take on a fresh challenge this year on a brand-new route starting at Connaught Drive, going past Empress Place, along the Singapore River and iconic attractions like the Merlion and Esplanade.
These updates were announced during a press event at title sponsor and official wellness partner Prudential Singapore’s office on Wednesday (14 Aug) and the route is sure to test their speed, skill and strategy.
All star line-up
Reigning Tour de France Prudential Singapore Criterium champion Philipsen returns with three Tour de France stage wins under his belt as the 26-year-old Belgian bids to retain his crown in Singapore.
The defending champion said “Singapore is a wonderful city and I have great memories of winning here last year. It’s been a tiring but fun season so far, and Singapore is always a stop I look forward to. I’m excited to tackle a new route as well, and it’ll be interesting to see how the other guys adapt to it. Hopefully I can cross the finish line first once again. I can’t wait to see you all in November.”
Decorated British cyclist Cavendish has a long list of career accolades including holding the record for the most Tour de France stage wins (35) while Eritrean cyclist Girmay will arrive in Singapore on the back of a breakthrough Tour de France campaign in which he clinched three stage wins.
The 24-year-old, who became the first Black African to win a Tour de France stage, was also the winner of this year’s Green Jersey awarded to the best sprinter – an honour held by Philipsen himself after last year’s Tour.
Event for all
In addition to the enthralling action on the circuit, spectators can also enjoy a lively and engaging programme off the race track, with the inauguration of the TDF SG Family Day.
Making the sport more accessible to the community, both through watching and participating, is one of event organiser Evoke EXP’s key priorities. This year’s event will offer more access to spectators who want to watch the best cyclists in the world up close, while enjoying the fringe activities available right within the race precinct.
This year’s edition also welcomes a new partner, homegrown bicycle-sharing firm Anywheel. As part of Evoke Exp’s commitment to encourage more families to get together through sport, Anywheel will be providing bicycles for free to participants of the Family Ride and Breakfast Ride so that more participants get the chance to enjoy a cycle around the race circuit without the hassle of needing to bring their own bike.
Tickets now on sale
Race access and more are available from just $8, and dedicated cycling fans who want closer and more premium views of the race action can opt for premium or VIP viewing tickets. Tickets are now on sale from $8 on Trip.com for what is set to be a thrilling race whose line-up includes four of cycling’s
best sprinters.
The inaugural Tour de France Prudential Singapore Criterium took place in 2022, marking Singapore’s place in sporting history as the first Southeast Asian country to host a Tour de France Criterium event. winner. The event is now in its third year, with the 2024 edition to take place on 9 and 10 November on a new route along Connaught Drive and Esplanade Drive.
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