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Pune to host cycling Road World Championships for first time in 2032
India will host the Union Cycliste Internationale's prestigious Road World Championships in Pune in 2032, marking a historic first for the country. The announcement underscores India's growing prominence in international sports hosting.
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The Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI), cycling's global governing body, confirmed on Wednesday that Pune will stage the 2032 Road World Championships, establishing India as the first South Asian nation to host the elite event.
The championships represent one of cycling's most significant international competitions, drawing elite riders and teams from across the globe to compete in road racing disciplines. The selection of Pune highlights the city's expanding infrastructure and sporting capabilities in hosting major international events.
India has increasingly positioned itself as a major venue for international sporting competitions in recent years. The choice of Pune, located in Maharashtra state, underscores the government's broader push to develop sporting infrastructure across the country beyond traditional metropolitan centres.
The 2032 championships will feature multiple events across road racing disciplines, attracting cyclists and spectators worldwide. Specific details regarding venues, scheduling and event formats are expected to be finalised in the coming months as preparations progress.