The 2011 endurance race attracted over 44 professional teams, drawing immense attention from cycling enthusiasts. As soon as registration information for this edition was released, it garnered sustained interest from many biking fans. At 8:30 AM on July 28, 2012, under the starting signal from the referee, a battle of explosiveness and endurance officially began.
At 8:30 AM on September 28, 2012, as the sun grew scorching, the race officially commenced
From the very start, the competition entered a white-hot phase, with riders vying for the lead position, closely neck-and-neck
Approaching a turn, adjusting to optimal form
In moments of solitude, even more perseverance is needed
The race adopted the format of a road bike circuit relay. Team members not only had to manage their physical stamina but also coordinate tactically. Each segment of the track tested not only individual endurance and strength but also team synergy. Some riders experienced tire blowouts and fell behind their opponents, but the slight sense of guilt during the relay became the greatest motivation for their teammates to push harder. “We are a team—the role of the team is to complement and support one another,” many riders noted after the event.
Yet the race is unforgiving. After round after round of fierce competition, the Infinite Team performed exceptionally well, securing third place in the overall rankings. The pre-race favorite TREK Team finished second due to minor mishaps, while the team formed by riders from ZGL and KUDTA claimed the overall championship.
The Infinite Team ultimately won third place
The TREK China Team took second place
The overall champions celebrated their victory moment at the Asian Cycling Industry Expo Music Dinner
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