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<\/p>\nIstanbul is set to host the second edition of the Tour de France\u2019s amateur series, L’Etape T\u00fcrkiye, on Sunday, promising cyclists a rare intercontinental ride from Asia to Europe.<\/p>\n
The event, one of the world\u2019s most prestigious cycling experiences, will kick off from Beykoz Spor Orman\u0131, offering a scenic yet challenging course through Istanbul\u2019s iconic landscapes.<\/p>\n
\u00d6mer Kafkas, General Manager of 78 Event, shared his excitement with \u0130hlas Haber Ajans\u0131, highlighting the city\u2019s readiness for the massive sporting spectacle.<\/p>\n
\u201cLast year, we hosted the inaugural L’Etape T\u00fcrkiye by Tour de France, and it was a resounding success,\u201d Kafkas said. \u201cThe Tour de France is a global powerhouse in sports. For two years, we\u2019ve built a strategic partnership to showcase Turkey through sport. What makes L’Etape special is that it welcomes amateur athletes across disciplines, with thousands taking the start. It\u2019s a high-impact event, and Turkey is among the most ambitious stops in the series, particularly with its intercontinental route. With the support of the Ministry of Youth and Sports, Istanbul Governorship, and the Turkish Cycling Federation \u2013 alongside 40 institutions \u2013 we\u2019re fully prepared to deliver this challenging event.\u201d<\/p>\n
The 105-kilometer main course takes riders from Beykoz Spor Orman\u0131 across the Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge, loops through Seyrantepe, and continues via Kavac\u0131k to Riva, offering a unique view of both the Marmara and Black Seas.<\/p>\n
A shorter 50-kilometer route is available for cyclists seeking a less demanding experience, while still enjoying the intercontinental thrill. Kafkas emphasized that participants ride on traffic-free roads, ensuring both safety and a platform to promote cycling awareness.<\/p>\n
L’Etape T\u00fcrkiye also draws international attention.<\/p>\n
With the support of the Ministry of Culture and Tourism and the Turkey Tourism Promotion and Development Agency (TGA), the race is broadcast live in Turkey and streamed across 80 countries on 180 channels.<\/p>\n
Last year, the event generated 2.8 billion media impressions, and organizers aim to exceed three billion this year. Nearly 50 nations are expected to be represented, underscoring the event\u2019s global reach.<\/p>\n
Kafkas stressed the economic impact of the race, highlighting its contribution to sports tourism. \u201cSport tourism is a billion-dollar industry. Events like L’Etape T\u00fcrkiye, the Presidential Cycling Tour, and the Istanbul Marathon help Turkey claim its share. With 2,000 athletes and their families, accommodations, training, and local spending, the economic footprint is substantial. Expanding these events amplifies both sporting and financial benefits for the country.\u201d<\/p>\n
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