As the highlight of the annual Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) Women's WorldTour, the 2024 Chongming Island Women's WorldTour kicked off in Chongming from October 15 to 17. This world-class event has attracted top women's cycling teams and riders from around the globe, who competed fiercely on a challenging course.

The world's top women's cycling teams gather

The Chongming Island Women's WorldTour is one of the pinnacle events in women's road cycling, attracting top women's teams from all over the world. Several elite teams, including the UAD team, Human Powered Health team, Roland team, and WNT team, gathered in Chongming this year, with outstanding riders from various countries competing on the same field. The duel of speed and endurance showcased their extraordinary skills and physical fitness, bringing citizens a visual feast.

The natural scenery of Chongming Island and course design

The Chongming Island Women's WorldTour is not only a top-level competitive event, but its course is also distinctive. The route passes through the most beautiful natural landscapes of Chongming Island, with riders traversing wetlands, riverbanks, and avenues through the woods, providing a visual treat for spectators. Along the way, spectators can see the iconic attractions of Chongming Island, such as the Xisha Wetlands and the Dongtan Nature Reserve, adding ecological and cultural charm to the race.

The passion of the race and team cooperation

The Chongming Island Women's WorldTour is not only a competition of individual abilities but also a strategic contest between teams. Riders rely on tacit cooperation and precise tactics to break through the finish line with their teammates. When watching the race, citizens will have the opportunity to feel the tactical confrontation between the teams and the fighting spirit of the riders up close.

Cultural and culinary experiences during the event

During the event, Chongming presented a variety of cultural activities and culinary experiences. Major scenic spots near the racecourse held cultural exhibitions, where cyclists and spectators can taste Chongming's specialty cuisine, such as Chongming cakes and clear-water crabs, adding a touch of flavor to this sports feast.