The Honourable Prime Minister of Malaysia

It is with great pleasure that I welcome all participants, officials and visitors to the 14th edition of Le Tour de Langkawi.

The people of Malaysia look forward to another edition of the Tour, which has grown into one of the most important events on the annual sporting calendar. The race has grown from strength to strength over the last 13 years and has steadily attracted a growing following. It has not only been an attraction to cycling enthusiasts, but has also served to act as a showcase of Malaysia, especially since the route of the Tour winds through one of the most scenic parts of the country.

My thanks go out to the Organising Committee, race personnel, sponsors and the volunteers, who bring a sense of community and a spirit of festivity to the event. And of course, my best wishes go to the participants, who I hope will have a challenging but ultimately rewarding time ahead.

Best wishes.

Dato’ Seri Abdullah Haji Ahmad Badawi
Prime Minister of Malaysia
Patron, Le Tour de Langkawi 2009

The Honourable Deputy Prime Minister of Malaysia

Once again, the country will be gripped with cycling fever as 120 riders from 20 teams from all over the world converge in Malaysia for the seven day annual sporting extravaganza.

Since its inception in 1996, the tour has grown to become one of the world’s most important events in the international cycling calendar. The challenging terrain, the unique atmosphere, the wonderful landscape, the good organization has contributed in building up the Tour’s remarkable reputation over the years and it has become one of the most exciting races outside Europe.

It is the government’s hope that the Tour de Langkawi will further fuel the interest in the sports of cycling and allow us to tap new talents and future champions.

On the note, I wish to congratulate the main organizing committee for their efforts in running the Tour. To the riders, participants, officials and visitors, good luck in your endeavor!

Dato’ Seri Mohd Najib Tun Abdul Razak
Deputy Prime Minister of Malaysia
Chairman, Cabinet Committee Of Sports

Message from Minister of Youth and Sports

Malaysia will again be a buzz with excitement as Le Tour de Langkawi comes to our shores and participants ride through the length and breadth of the country for seven days beginning of 9th February 2009.

Therefore, it is Government’s hope that this event will continue to play a significant role in the development of the sports in the country, apart from promoting sports tourism in the country. What is more important is that event such as this would help towards realizing the ministry’s vision in developing a sound sporting culture as Malaysia gears up to be a sporting nation. The government believes that Le Tour de Langkawi has its own appeal and benefits to the cycling community and masses.

The participation of some 120 top notch riders from 20 professional teams would certainly help towards boosting the profile of the sports, thus, encouraging the masses to take up cycling as a healthy way of living. This way, we would be able to build a bigger base of cyclist in the country and help towards promoting and developing cycling in the country.

Finally, I would like to give my deepest appreciation to the organizing Committee for their tireless efforts in staging a smooth race. To all participants, officials, volunteers, race staff, State Governments, uniformed bodies and host venues, thank you for your dedication and commitment.

LTDL 2009 – Malaysia’s Sport Tourism.

Dato’ Sri Ismail Sabri Yaakob
Ministry of Youth and Sports

Message from UCI President

“I would like to congratulate the organisers of the event, and express my deepest gratitude to the Government of Malaysia and the Malaysian National Cycling Federation for their support and organisation, and to the sponsors, whose contribution is vital to the success of the event, and finally to the volunteers, without whom it is unlikely that any racing could take place.”

Pat McQuaid
UCI President

Message from Asian Cycling Confederation President

“The quality of the organisation provided by its extremely experienced administrative team is reflected, year after year, in excellent participation levels, which represent the best guarantee success, not only with the riders, but also with general public.”

Cho Hee Wook
Asian Cycling Confederation President

Message from NCC Chairman

“I would like to express my sincere gratitude to the Ministry of Youth and Sports for the full confidence given to running the Tour this year. My sincere also goes to our sponsors who have shown their support and hope that this relationship will continue to flourish in the future. To all teams, riders, official, media representative, guest, volunteer and the whole race entourage, I wish all the best!”

Y. Bhg Dato’ Mohd Yasin bin Mohd Salleh
Chairman, National Coordinating Committee
Le Tour de Langkawi 2009

Message from Executive Chairman

“It is an event full of colour, fun and splendour. There are lots of attractions on offer, from culture, places of interest, entertainment to food. There for, I urge teams, riders and our foreign visitors to take time to enjoy all these attractions and Malaysia’s breathtaking sceneries.

On behalf of the Malaysian National Cycling Federation and Executive Chairman of Le Tour de Langkawi 2009 my sincere appreciation to Governments of Malaysia, teams, riders, official, the sponsors, media representatives, race staff and volunteers.”

Haji Abu Samah bin Haji Abd Wahab
President , Malaysian National Cycling Federation and
Executive Chaiman,
Le Tour de Langkawi 2009

Message from Chief Operating Officer

“Armed with the experience 2007 and 2008 organisation, I believe the running of the 2009 tour would be even better and ensure the development of cycling in the country receives as much attention and returns which will justify the Governments
and Sponsors expenditure on the event.”

Datuk Naim Mohamad
Chief Operating Officer
Le Tour de Langkawi 2009

Message from Technical Director

“The 14th edition of the tour de Langkawi 2009 has been designed to meet the standard set by the world governing body UCI as a Hors Category Road Race. The route is very challenging and provides for sprinters as well as climbers. Special emphasis was given to all organization aspects including technical areas, accommodation, food and facilities”

Maniam Manikkam
Technical Director,
Le Tour de Langkawi 2009