Int’l women’s cycling tourney slated for early next month

09:03, 01/03/2013

The third Binh Duong International Women’s Cycling Open-Biwase Cup will be held on March 2-8.

The third Binh Duong International Women’s Cycling Open-Biwase Cup will be held on March 2-8.

The event is divided into seven stages. Participants will travel 630km through the provinces and cities of Binh Duong, Dong Nai, Lam Dong, Binh Thuan, and Ba Ria-Vung Tau.

The tournament is expected to attract 11 domestic teams from around the country, including Can Tho, Hanoi, Hoa Binh, An Giang, Ho Chi Minh City, Dong Thap, and the host, Binh Duong.

The only invitee is Malaysia women cycling team.

The total prize pool is worth up to VND300 million, with the best individual taking home VND30 million and the best team VND20 million.

The winner of each stage will also be awarded a further VND5 million, while one of the top 20 competitors will receive the “Beauty of the Year” prize to celebrate International Women’s Day (March 8).

(Source: VOV)