BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN: Tour di Brunei 2027: Tutong Edition was officially unveiled on Sunday (Nov 8), during the Cycle & Coffee event at One Riverside, marking a significant milestone in preparations for the cycling event scheduled for January 2027.
The morning commenced with a Cycle & Coffee social ride around Bandar Seri Begawan, bringing together cycling enthusiasts to celebrate their shared passion for the sport. The ride was followed by the soft launch of Tour di Brunei 2027: Tutong Edition and the introduction of the Outr App.
Attendees were presented with a recap of the previous Tour di Brunei event, followed by an introduction to the upcoming Tutong Edition, the unveiling of the official event jersey and cycling kit.
Scheduled for January 24, 2027, Tour di Brunei: Tutong Edition will feature two cycling categories, 55 km and 100 km. Both routes will commence and conclude at Kompleks Dewan Kemasyarakatan Tutong, with some 250 participants expected.
Registration for the event was officially opened, with exclusive early-bird pricing introduced. The programme also featured a lucky draw offering complimentary registrations, with prizes presented by Imagine Sdn Bhd’s Executive Director Ahmad Fathi Datuk Paduka Junaidi, the guest of honour, and Acting Tutong District Officer Mohammad Sofian Basri.
The event also marked the introduction of the Outr App, reflecting the growing role of digital innovation in enhancing engagement and supporting the development of Brunei’s sporting community.
Commenting on the significance of the initiative, Ahmad Fathi said, “Tour di Brunei represents more than just a cycling event. It is a platform to bring communities together, inspire healthier and more active lifestyles, and showcase the potential of our districts as destinations for sports and tourism."
"As Brunei prepares for Visit Brunei Year 2027, we see tremendous opportunities to strengthen community participation and contribute to the growth of sports tourism,” he added. - Borneo Bulletin/ANN
