Arxan hosts major cycling competition

The 2017 Chinese Cycling League took place in Inner Mongolia’s Arxan on July 5, attended by nearly 200 cyclists from 41 bicycle squads to compete in separate races.

The event was divided into three groups including the men’s 71.6km, men’s 101km, and 6km fun ride. 

Arxan, a regional beauty spot, features an exceptionally dense concentration of volcanic landforms including volcano clusters, hot springs, lakes formed in volcanic craters and granite hills.

The event organizers arranged several riding lanes for professional cyclists and amateurs to enjoy the scenery in Arxan while participating in the sport.

The Chinese Cycling League (CCL), authorized by China Bicycle Association, is China’s top integral league which aims to build a platform for Chinese cyclists via diverse activities and competitions.

Cyclists compete at the 2017 Chinese Cycling League held in Arxan, Hinggan League, Inner Mongolia autonomous region on July 5. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

A cycling squad attends the awards ceremony at the 2017 Chinese Cycling League in Arxan, Hinggan League, Inner Mongolia autonomous region on July 5. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

Cyclists compete at the 2017 Chinese Cycling League held in Arxan, Hinggan League, Inner Mongolia autonomous region on July 5. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]