Racing inside the mall, drops from escalators—audiences repeatedly gasped as high-speed stunts and leaps unfolded before their eyes. In November3At the West District Mall in Guangzhou,The fourth stop of the 2018 Battle Horse Downhill Cycling Tour,roared back to life amid huge excitement. Professional downhill tracks laid out from the mall’s third floor all the way to the outdoor plaza were lined with passionate spectators and cycling enthusiasts who came specifically for the event. Whether in terms of the competition’s intensity, the riders’ professional skills, or the level of audience engagement, this has been the most talked-about domestic downhill cycling event of the year.
Both indoors and outdoors, the track difficulty is ramped up again
Bringing what is typically a mountain-based downhill cycling race into an urban shopping mall is a rare sight for audiences, and as aprofessional-grade downhill cycling event in China, the 2018 Battle Horse Downhill Cycling Tour features uniquely designed tracks at each stop that differ from any similar competitions before. Riders not only face smooth surfaces and complex indoor environments but also have to successfully navigate specially designed obstacles and challenges along the way. A slight mistake can ruin their run, so the technical demands on the riders are extremely high, making each stop full of thrilling highlights and leaving a deep impression on the crowd.
The specially designed Battle Horse Energy Boost Zone on the track allows riders to earn time deductions based on their jump performances,
making it the most suspenseful part of each stop.
At this Guangzhou stop, the organizers extended the indoor track to the central outdoor plaza for the first time. The complex track environment and the challenging turns added brand-new difficulties to the race, leaving the audience cheering for the riders’ incredible performances while also holding their breath for every contestant. Some riders, even after falling and losing qualification chances, still got up and sprinted toward the finish line. Their never-give-up spirit won thunderous applause and cheers from the crowds.
An 18-year-old female rider steals the show
Following the Kunming stop, the Guangzhou stop once again featured the exciting presence of female cyclists. Chen Yingyan, an 18-year-old rider from the public group in Guangzhou,35.10completed the course in [time missing], a result that even surpassed many male competitors, showcasing true girl power.
In the past, extreme sports competitions often felt like games for the brave, intimidating to many. But thisBattle Horse Downhill Cycling Tour welcomes participants of all ages and genders—from kids under 10, to college students, to riders nearing 60. As long as they’ve had professional training, anyone can sign up to compete. They’ve given this sport a whole new meaning. As the organizers put it,extreme sports don’t mean risking your life, nor are they synonymous with danger.What the Battle Horse Downhill Cycling Tour wants to show and convey to audiences is actuallya category of cycling, a riding style that has no age or gender restrictions. As long as you’ve had proper training, wear the right protective gear, and dare to challenge and push your limits, this sport is open to everyone.
It’s revealed that next year’sBattle Horse Downhill Cycling Tour will introduce a dedicatedwomen’s category, where more talented female riders will take the stage to compete against their male counterparts—a highly anticipated development.
Fierce competition, riders battle for the Hero’s Seat
The Battle Horse Downhill Cycling Tour is divided into public and elite groups at each stop. Winners in the public group receive prize money based on their ranking, while the top two in the elite group not only get generous rewards but also earn valuable direct qualification spots for the Shenzhen finals, where they’ll race against top internationalprofessional cyclists for the world championship title.
That’s why the elite group races are especially intense. The coveted Hero’s Seats, awarded based on final results, frequently change hands—often, a rider who just sat down for mere seconds is bumped by the next competitor, leaving audiences both amazed by the excitement and moved by the toughness of the competition. The riders’ all-out efforts reflect their deep desire to qualify for the finals, as the chance to compete with the world’s best downhill pros and showcase themselves on a global stage is truly rare.
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In the end, Li Guo from Sichuan and Su [incomplete name] from Guangzhoufought through tough competition to secure one of the highly prized direct qualification slots to the Shenzhen finals. The final two qualifying spots for this tour will be decided next week in Shijiazhuang, the last stop of the2018 Battle Horse Downhill Cycling Tour. Who will come out on top, and what surprises await? The excitement is building as the tour reaches its climax.
Presenter: Ms. Li Shuwen, Head of Sports Marketing at Zhanma Brand Company
Award Winners: (from left to right in order)Li Guo, Ye Zhengwu, Wu Chao
It is also understood that the upcoming Shijiazhuang stop on November 10th and the Shenzhen finals on November 17th of the 2018 Zhanma Bicycle Downhill Tour will be live-streamed online simultaneously via numerous platforms such as Tencent and Youku. Cycling enthusiasts who are unable to attend in person can still enjoy the exciting moments of this event online.
The thrill of downhill racing continues — see you in Shijiazhuang on November 10th!