Tawang, Nov 15: The Tawang Cycling Association announced the successful completion of Monduro 4.0, on Friday, which began on November 9 last.
This year's event exceeded all expectations, bringing together over 50 elite riders from seven countries and showcasing the unparalleled beauty and adventure of Tawang's landscapes.
Monduro is recognized as the only Enduro race in India and the highest Enduro race in the world, making it a premier event in the mountain biking calendar. This year it is also a part of the prestigious Asia Enduro Series. The excitement of competing at such a unique altitude added to the challenge and allure of the race.  Matej Charvat (National champ Down hill, Czech Republic) quoted, “I have raced around 20 races across Asia and Monduro has the best trail amongst all.” Also another rider Naman Aggarwal expressed his gratitude to be able to ride alongside the world champs and a dream come true.
The event commenced with two exhilarating practice days on November 10 and 11, allowing riders to familiarize themselves with the challenging terrain and breathtaking trails. The main race kicked off on November 13, with participants demonstrating remarkable skill, athleticism, and determination across various stages. Many riders expressed that being able to race alongside UCI Enduro World Champion 2024, Alex Rudeau, was a dream come true, further highlighting the significance of this event in their cycling careers.
The closing ceremony, held at Drekhang on November 14, was a highlight, celebrating not just the achievements of the riders but also the collaboration of local communities and sponsors who made this event possible. The Monduro trophy was presented to Alex Rudeau(France)for bagging the first prize in the Elite category along with a cash prize of seven Lakh rupees, followed  Matej Charvat(Czech Republic) and Elouan Peressie(France) holding the 2nd and 3rd prize. The podium holders of the masters category were  Nicholas Syrti(Shillong), Vinay Menon(Pune)and Phurb Dorji(Bhutan) bagging the 1st, 2nd and the 3rd prize respectively. In the Junior category, Darian(Shillong)bagged the 1st prize followed by  Samarpan Jain(Mysore) and Satyadeep(Darjelling). The participants also learned about Tawang's rich culture and heritage, further enhancing the overall experience.
Monduro 4.0 not only promoted mountain biking as a sport but also showcased Tawang as a prime destination for adventure tourism.

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