Springfield Mayor Tom Carlson gives Tour of Missouri race winner George Hincapie a key to the city. The race concluded Sunday in St. Louis.

Tour of Missouri finishes in St. Louis

SBJ Staff

Posted online September 17, 2007 | 10:09 am

Missouri Gov. Matt Blunt Sunday closed out the Tour of Missouri ceremonies in St. Louis, honoring race winner George Hincapie of the Discovery Channel team and recognizing host communities and volunteers for their efforts during the six-day, nearly 600-mile professional race.

Click here for Tour of Missouri photos.

The inaugural Tour of Missouri professional cycling race started Sept. 11 in Kansas City and took 120 riders through nine cities, including Springfield, Branson and Lebanon, before concluding in St. Louis. During closing ceremonies, Gov. Matt Blunt touted the race’s economic benefits to the state.

“Missouri has been privileged to host this race and showcase to the world just how much our state has to offer,” said Blunt, who initiated bringing the international bike race to Missouri in 2005 after seeing successes of the Tour de Georgia. “I hope that all cyclists and spectators enjoyed the warm hospitality of the Show-Me State and will visit again to explore and see more of our beautiful state.”

More information on the Tour of Missouri can be found at www.tourofmissouri.com.

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