Cycling enthusiasts participated in a large number at the fourth edition of the KU Century Challenge, organized by the Abu Dhabi Cycling Club and Khalifa University of Science and Technology, with twin starting points – Abu Dhabi (190km) and Dubai (175km) – leading to the top of Jebel Hafeet in Al Ain Region.
The Main Campus was the starting point for Abu Dhabi participants, while the Dubai leg set off from the Al Qudra Cycling Track to converge on the summit in Al Ain, with the participation of more than 1,000 cyclists from the community, as well as Khalifa University students, faculty members and staff.
His Excellency Professor Ebrahim Al Hajri, President, Khalifa University, stated that organizing the competition for the fourth year in a row reflects Khalifa University’s commitment to collaborate with its partners such as the Abu Dhabi Cycling Club and the Abu Dhabi Sports Council. He added that the initiative aligns with the University’s social responsibility objectives while contributing to strengthening the well-being of the community, especially during the UAE’s ‘Year of Community’.
Al Nakhira Al Khaili, Executive Director, Abu Dhabi Cycling Club, expressed his delight on the success of the fourth edition of KU Century Challenge. He added that it also reflects the Club’s dedication to achieving its goals and supporting individuals within the community, by inspiring them to take up sporting activities such as cycling.
