The news of the cancellation of the 2024 edition of the LimoneExtreme Skyrace and Vertical has shaken the trail running community. The announcement was made through the race’s official Facebook page, which has established itself as a benchmark event in the global trail running scene over the years.
Technical and Organizational Issues
The post published by the organizing committee expresses regret for such a difficult yet inevitable decision. “Dear Athletes,” the announcement reads, “After the resounding success of last year, we never imagined having to communicate to you that due to several technical and organizational issues, this year’s LimoneExtreme Skyrace & Vertical will not take place.”
Disagreements with the Skyrunning World Series
One of the main obstacles that led to the cancellation concerns the inability to reach an agreement with the leaders of the Skyrunning World Series, a crucial element to ensure the safety standards that athletes are accustomed to. The lack of this agreement has created a situation of uncertainty that has made it impossible to proceed with the organization of the event.
Hope for the Future
Despite the cancellation, the organizing committee maintains a positive spirit towards the future. “However, we hope to be able to come back, even stronger and more determined, next year!” This message suggests that the organizers are already thinking about how to overcome the current difficulties to offer an even better edition in 2025.
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