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The Dutch Elite-class Global Cycling team is the first to be invited to take part in the Tour of Pennsylvania, a competitive bicycle race that will cross Pennsylvania from June 24-29.

Pittsburgh officials, including Mayor Luke Ravenstahl and County Executive Dan Onorato, extended the invitation in the Amsterdam Olympic Stadium in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, this morning.

In the audio clips below, the cycling team's managers and Allegheny County Chief Executive Dan Onorato talk about the upcoming event:

Audio: Aike Visbeek, manager of the Dutch cycling team, reacts to his team's invitation to take part in the Tour of Pennsylvania.

Audio: Mr. Visbeek talks about the cyclists on his team.

Audio: The mountains of Pennsylvania will be a challenge for his team, Mr. Visbeek says.

Audio: Mr. Visbeek hopes his team will have time to enjoy the sights of the region.

Audio: County Executive Dan Onorato expects a large crowd at the finish line.

Audio: The race should bring in international visitors, Mr. Onorato says.

Audio: Mr. Onorato talks about why the Dutch were the first to be invited to the race.