Prize fund of Baku–Khankendi Cycling Race exceeds €50,000

The Baku-Khankendi Azerbaijan Cycling Race will feature a prize fund of more than 50,000 euros, Sahib Alakbarov, First Vice President of the Azerbaijan Cycling Federation and Chairman of the Organizing Committee of the Baku–Khankendi Azerbaijan Cycling Race, stated at the press conference, Report informs.

Speaking about the prize fund, Alakbarov stated: "The prize fund of the race exceeds 50,000 euros. This prize will be distributed among the winners. Both sprint and mountain cycling stages will award prizes to the winners of each stage."

He also noted: "We have the opportunity to hold this race in every region of Azerbaijan. In the coming years, it is planned to organize the race in Kalbajar as well."

The Baku–Khankendi Azerbaijan Cycling Race will start on May 10, with 24 teams from 20 countries participating. The race will last five days, aiming to contribute to the development of cycling in Azerbaijan, enhance the country's reputation in international sports arenas, and promote the region's sports tourism potential.