Riders compete in the 2017 Ocean Cup China (Pingtan) International Cycling Tournament in Pingtan, Fujian province, on June 11, 2017 [Photo/ptnet.cn]

The Ocean Cup China (Pingtan) International Cycling Tournament has been held in Pingtan, Fujian province in June each year since 2014.

The tournament is the first of its kind to combine ocean culture with a cycling race. It is also a highlight of the city’s World Ocean Day promotional campaign, which falls on June 8 every year.

The three-day event calls on people to live a green and low-carbon lifestyle and helps Pingtan turn into an international tourism island