Volta Internacional da Pampulha
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Volta Internacional da Pampulha : 27th edition
The event is an individual road race held in Belo Horizonte around the Pampulha architectural complex with an official measured distance of 18.079 m (commonly presented as 18K). The arena, start and finish are located at Av. Antônio Abrahão Caran with Av. Coronel Coronel Oscar Paschoal beside the Estádio Governador Magalhães Pinto (Mineirão). The course follows Avenida Otacílio Negrão de Lima and returns along Av. Cel. Oscar Paschoal, with numbered kilometer points and several support locations mapped on the official route.
Race categories for the 18K include:
- 18K : Elite A/B (male and female)
- Pelotão Premium
- Pelotão Geral
- Athletes with disability
- Athletes in wheelchair categories
Support and services announced for registered athletes include medical support, hydration, isotonic drinks, food stations at multiple kilometers, sanitary facilities and a guarded bag drop area at the start/finish. Kit collection with bib and timing chip is scheduled at a shopping mall expo in advance; there is no kit delivery on event day or afterwards. Inscription types (promo, basic, premium) detail different kit contents and benefits; premium entries include a front-start sector and additional items. The organization may change course, arenas or procedures for technical or legal reasons as stated in the regulations. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
