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The news of National Cycling League (NCL) continues to emerge; The league now has dates for its four-race criterium series, the NCL Cup.
The series will begin in Miami on 8 April, with subsequent races in Atlanta on 14 May, Denver on 13 August and conclude in Washington DC on 10 September.
Ten invited teams, including the NCL’s own Miami Knights and Denver Disruptors, will compete in four races for a shot at $1 million in prize money.
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According to the league, the NCL Cup events will feature an innovative competition format where men and women compete on the same course in the same teams. Fans will have access to in-race data through NCL’s scoreboard, a first in professional criterium racing.
The league is partnering with city leaders as well as operations partner Medalist Sports.
“We are proud to partner with these iconic cities and civic leaders who share the NCL’s values and revolutionary vision for professional cycling in the United States,” said Paris Wallace, co-founder and CEO of the National Cycling League “
“With a new racing format, innovative technologies for fan engagement, and inclusive entertainment for all spectators, the NCL sustainable event model completely transforms the perception and appeal of pro cycling not only in America, but the future.” becomes the blueprint for the game of the event.”
The Miami Knights and Denver Disruptors NCL teams, as well as NCL management and invited media, will meet for a league training camp from February 21 through March 1, 2023, at Arizona Motorsports Park in Maricopa County and Goodyear, Arizona. Both teams will then make their debut at the three-day Tucson Bicycle Classic from March 3-5.
