On May 18, Sughd Region will host sporting events dedicated to the National Race Day and a cycling marathon. According to the press service of the regional administration, the events will begin at 07:00 and will be held in each city and district of the region.
In the center of the region – in Khujand – the race and bike marathon will start at the swimming pool complex of the 20th anniversary of Independence of Tajikistan, and will end at the State Flag Square of the Republic of Tajikistan, which is located on Rakhmon Nabiyev Street.



The event organizers announced that the winners and active participants will be presented with memorable gifts.
"The National Race is held annually on the basis of the Decree of the President of the Republic of Tajikistan dated March 28, 2007, which declares May 18 as the Day of the National Race. The main goal of the event is to promote a healthy lifestyle, develop physical education and sports among the population of Tajikistan," the press service noted.
The event is aimed at attracting attention to sports, developing mass physical culture events and supporting an active lifestyle. The organizers are counting on the participation of everyone and plan to attract a large number of athletes and healthy lifestyle enthusiasts.