CYCLING LEGEND FABIAN CANCELLARA HONOURED AT THE 2020 SANTOS TOUR DOWN UNDER
he 2020 Santos Tour Down Under will welcome one of the greatest cyclists of this generation with retired Swiss professional, Fabian Cancellara, taking centre stage both on and off the track.
Cancellara is a four-time World Time Trial Champion, reigning Olympic Time Trial Gold Medallist, 11-time Grand Tour stage winner and winner of countless one day Classic races spanning his 17-year cycling career.
Hitaf Rasheed Executive Director, Events South Australia expects that the international popularity of Cancellara’s cycling career will attract passionate cycling enthusiasts from all over Australia to hear him speak at the Legends Night Dinner and for the chance to ride with him in the Challenge Tour presented by The Advertiser.
“Fabian Cancellara is one of the most successful athletes in cycling history, so it is fitting that his career and his highlights are celebrated at 2020 Santos Tour Down Under, being 10 years after his last Time Trial World Championship win in Australia,” said Hitaf Rasheed.
“Cancellara’s illustrious career saw great success at Olympic, World Championship and World Tour level.
“What a way to celebrate his professional cycling career and hear about his love of business and cycling at the Santos Tour Down Under Legends’ Night Dinner,” she said.
Cancellara continues to contribute to the sport of cycling with his own company. His stories of success and the changes to the cycling profession will provide an in depth and personal account of living life on the road and achieving success from the 1990s through to his retirement in 2016.
The professional road cyclist, who last rode for UCI WorldTour team Trek-Segafredo, said he was looking forward to visiting South Australia for the Santos Tour Down Under.
“I am still very much involved and connected in the cycling and sporting world and I am looking forward to seeing the race and being a part of the Challenge Tour,” said Cancellara.
“The excitement that the Santos Tour Down Under brings as the first race on the UCI calendar is something special and I can’t wait to visit Down Under again in 2020,” he said.
Mike Turtur, Race Director, Santos Tour Down Under said Cancellara’s career and success is a story of strength, initiative, and perseverance.
“Fabian was an instinctive rider and one of the most successful cyclists in our sport’s history,” said Turtur.
“He was an athlete with incredible power and determination to win, he was a committed student in his psychological preparation as well as his physical training,” he said.
During his career, Cancellara was a part of an industry that rapidly grew in professionalism and popularity, with sponsors, bikes, teams and the growing crowds all riding the wave of change in the sport.
Still very much connected to the sport that he has loved since he was a child, Cancellara now builds the business of sport and cycling, continuing his involvement with his Chasing Cancellara programs running throughout the world.
“Fabian will tell some great stories and has a long history with the sport – he will give great insight into his cycling career, before and after the wins,” said Turtur.
Secure your seat at the 2020 Legends’ Night Dinner to hear Fabian Cancellara. He will be joined by other guests at Legends’ Night Dinner (still be announced).
Join Fabian Cancellara in the Challenge Tour presented by The Advertiser, the official mass-participation ride for cycling enthusiasts that will tackle Stage 4 just hours before the professionals on Friday 24 January 2020.
For tickets, registrations or more information visit www.tourdownunder.com.au
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ABOUT THE LEGENDS’ NIGHT DINNER
Rub shoulders with the pros whilst enjoying bubbles and canapes, then settle in for an incredible three-course dining experience accompanied by local wines. Throughout the evening you’ll be inspired as you listen to the legends themselves, sharing the untold stories of how they rose to the top. In this intimate setting, you’re sure to be captivated by each legend’s personal journey, as you explore their emotions and inspiration during the highest and lowest moments of their careers.
Date: Saturday 25 January 2020
Time: 7pm for 7:30pm start
Location: Adelaide Convention Centre
Dress Code: Lounge Suit
Tickets: $250 per person / $2,200 per table of 10
ABOUT THE CHALLENGE TOUR
On Friday 24 January 2020, Challenge Tour riders will tackle the Stage 4 route from The Parade in Norwood to Murray Bridge in the ultimate test of stamina. With start locations at Norwood (162.2km), Williamstown (110km), Mt Torrens (78.5km) and Mannum (33km), there’s a course to cater for every skill level.
As part of your registration, you will not only get the chance to ride the same route as the WorldTour cyclists, you’ll also receive your very own Challenge Tour presented by The Advertiser jersey, feed zones along the route, lunch on arrival, medical and mechanical support, and so much more.
So, what are you waiting for? We can’t wait to see you cross the finish line in Murray Bridge!
Norwood (Start 1) to Murray Bridge
Date: Friday 24 January 2020
Start: The Parade, Norwood
Finish: Bridge Street, Murray Bridge
Start time: 6:00am
Distance: 162.2km
Price: $155
Williamstown (Start 2) to Murray Bridge
Date: Friday 24 January 2020
Start: Williamstown
Finish: Bridge Street, Murray Bridge
Start time: 7:00am
Distance: 110km
Price: $145
Mount Torrens (Start 3) to Murray Bridge
Date: Friday 24 January 2020
Start: Mount Torrens
Finish: Bridge Street, Murray Bridge
Start time: 7:30am
Distance: 78.5km
Price: $120
Mannum (Start 4) to Murray Bridge
Date: Friday 24 January 2020
Start: Mannum
Finish: Bridge Street, Murray Bridge
Start time: 11:00am
Distance: 33km (Does not include the KOM/QOM segment)
Price: $90
Bus transfers
Bus transfers will be available departing from Murray Bridge and returning to each starting location as well as the Adelaide CBD.
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