Los angeles: The LA28 Organising Committee has confirmed the start and finish locations for the Olympic road cycling events at the 2028 Olympic Games, with routes connecting Venice Beach, Griffith Park and Griffith Observatory. Athletes will compete across a diverse mix of coastal, urban and hillside terrains, from the Pacific coastline to the hills overlooking Los Angeles.
According to Emirates News Agency, the Olympic cycling road races for both women’s and men’s events are scheduled to take place over two days, on 22 and 23 July 2028. The races will begin at the iconic Venice Beach Boardwalk and conclude at the Griffith Observatory in Griffith Park, highlighting a path that will lead athletes from the picturesque Pacific coastline into the scenic hills of Los Angeles, ending at one of the city’s most recognisable landmarks.
Further details reveal that the Olympic Road cycling time trial will be held on 19 July 2028, starting at the Los Angeles Zoo in Griffith Park and finishing at Griffith Observatory. This arrangement emphasizes Griffith Park as the central hub for Olympic Road cycling competitions during the LA28 Games.
Later this year, the complete course details for all road events will be announced, which will also include information on the Olympic marathon and race walk events. The LA28 Olympic Games are set to run from 14 to 30 July 2028, with the Paralympic Games following from 15 to 27 August.