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| The 2018 Coupe De Hue 2018 is the first ever edition of the event, attracting 500 male and female cyclists from 29 domestic and foreign teams. |
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| Outgoing US Ambassador Ted Osius, Chairman of Thua Thien-Hue provincial People’s Committee, Phan Ngoc Tho, and vice chair Nguyen Dung join the event. |
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| The riders pose for a group photograph before departing. |
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| They begin their journey under heavy rain, all of them are determined to complete the 138km route. |
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| Coupe De Hue 2018 is an international sporting event with the aim of increasing people’s involvement in sports, especially cycling. |
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| Passing fellow cyclists in a rural area |
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| Outgoing US Ambassador Ted Osius is eager to take part in the cycling event. |
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| Foreign riders enjoy the unique experience of crossing the Huong (Perfume) River by dragon boat. |
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| After travelling over Thanh Toan Bridge, the cyclists take a 15 minute rest before tackling the 40km to Thuan An Beach. |
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| A female cyclist puts in a great effort to complete the 138km route. |
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| Locals stand on the roadside to encourage the riders. |
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| Cyclists are given bottled water and snacks at Thuan An Beach. |
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| The riders raise their speed to complete the final 10km of the route. |
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| Outgoing US Ambassador Ted Osius is delighted and relieved when he crosses the finish line. |
