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Tour of Thailand event to start in Kanchanaburi

Thai cyclists practise in Kanchanaburi province on Friday ahead of the Tour of Thailand. (Photo supplied)

The Tour of Thailand 2023 starts in Kanchanaburi today and finishes in Rayong on April 6, organisers said on Friday.

A large number of local and foreign riders will compete in the country’s prestigious cycling tournament, which is recognised by the sport’s governing body UCI.

The winner will receive the trophy graciously donated by Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn.

There are six stages in the 2023 edition covering 1,032.90 kilometres.

Gen Decha Hemkrasri, president of the Thai Cycling Association (TCA), said the tournament offers qualifying points for the 2024 Olympics.

There are 15 teams of professional and…

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