Two major sports events in Chongming certified in Shanghai

Two major international sporting events held in Chongming district have been formally recognized in the latest round of Shanghai's official event certification. The Tour of Chongming Island UCI Women's WorldTour has been classified as a "Premium" category event, and the IRONMAN 70.3 Shanghai Chongming has been listed as a "Developing" category event.

The recognition reflects the integration of these events into Shanghai's broader sports development framework. The certification system, established in 2021, categorizes events based on their scale and role in the city's development.

The Tour of Chongming Island UCI Women's WorldTour. [Photo/WeChat account: shchongming]

The Tour of Chongming Island Women's WorldTour, part of the international professional cycling calendar, draws on the island's environment and infrastructure for competition.

The IRONMAN 70.3 Shanghai Chongming. [Photo/WeChat account: shchongming]

The IRONMAN 70.3 triathlon is an established global event held in Chongming. Its presence contributes to local sports tourism and highlights the island's setting for outdoor endurance sports.

The inclusion of these events supports Chongming's sporting profile and aligns with Shanghai's objectives for event-led development.

Source: Official WeChat account of Shanghai Chongming Media Center at "shchongming"