Binh Duong (VNS/VNA)ꦡ - Binh Duong is becoming the focal point of the Asian women's cycling scene by hosting the International Women's Cycling Race Biwase Tour of Vietnam (TOV) in 2025 and the 15th International Biwase Women's Cycling Race in the southern province.

The International Women's Cycling Race Biwase Tour of Vietnam 2025 will officially begin on March 7, taking place across the provinces of Binh Duong, Binh Phuoc, Dong Nai and Lam Dong. This marks the first time a women's cycling race in Vietnam is included in the Union Cycliste Internationale, UCI system. With 15 teams from various countries such as the Republic of Korea, Japan, Thailand, Malaysia and Singapore, female athletes will face five challenging stages covering a total distance of over 555km, conquering four high mountain passes, Chuoi, Bao Loc, Prenn and the Dran Pass. The race promises exciting and dramatic competitions, contributing to elevating women's cycling in Vietnam on the international stage. Immediately after the TOV concludes, the 15th expanded International Biwase Race for the Biwase Cup will take place, providing an opportunity for domestic and international teams to continue competing and improving their skills. With seven stages and a total distance of over 800km, the race starts in Da Lat city, Lam Dong province, and ends in Thu Dau Mot city, Binh Duong province, where riders will conquer eight mountain passes including Ru Ri, Ro Tuong, Luong Son, Cu Hinh, Vinh Hy 1, 2, 3, and Khuong Hai. With careful preparation and with a large-scale organisation behind it, the two international women's cycling races in 2025 are expected to be memorable sporting events, helping integrate Vietnamese women's cycling into the international community./.