The city of Sawahlunto has been confirmed as the starting point for the international cycling race, "Tour de Singkarak 2012" which will be held in West Sumatra from June 4 to 10. In the previous three times that the Tour de Singkarak has been held, the starting point has always been the city of Padang. However, this year, the race will finish in Padang.

Sawahlunto mayor, Amran Nur, welcomes the choice of Sawahlunto as the starting host. According