"VeloFest u Ganny – 2021" has started near Vitebsk

The mass sports event "VeloFest u Ganny – 2021" is being held in the village of Dolzha, Vitebsk region. Its main goals are the development of mass physical culture and sports, the promotion of a healthy lifestyle, and the continuation of traditions laid by the cultural and sports festival "Vytoki," which recently took place in Orsha. Visiting the latter, the chairman of the regional executive committee, Nikolai Sherstnev, emphasized that such celebrations unite different generations of Belarusians, opening new pages of our culture, history, and heritage. This is especially relevant in the Year of National Unity and on the 76th anniversary of the victory of the Soviet people in the Great Patriotic War.

More than 300 participants from many districts of the Vitebsk region, as well as other regions, Russia, and Ukraine, gathered at "VeloFest." Three routes were prepared for cycling enthusiasts: 85 km (marathon), 50 km (half marathon), and 25 km (fit marathon). Cross-country running fans competed in distances of 21 km and 10 km. Winners were determined in five age categories, from juniors (14-17 years old) to veterans (50 and older).

Cyclists and runners started at the site near the restaurant "Priozerny Dvor 'U Ganny'." The opening ceremony of the festival also took place there, with the participation of representatives of authorities, work collectives, and the public, including the chairman of the regional Council of Deputies, Vladimir Terentyev.

Hundreds of fans gathered to support the athletes. While waiting for their relatives, friends, or colleagues to finish, they could test their accuracy in air rifle shooting and darts, as well as their strength and endurance in bar hang time trials and kettlebell lifting competitions (kettlebell weight - 24 kg). In addition, entertainment areas were available, including for children, and courtyards tempting with the aromas of various dishes. Those who wished could ride horses and relax on the lake shore.

Tomorrow, competitions in amateur cross-triathlon are planned at "VeloFest". Two difficulty levels are provided. In the main one, athletes will have to compete in several disciplines - swimming (1 km), cycling (40 km), and running (10 km). In the easier version - 0.5 km/20 km/5 km respectively.

"Vitebskiye vesti".