More than 3,000 runners will compete in the 5th Great Mediterranean Race, a 21km distance between Alicante, Elche and Santa Pola.

Alicante. Already a standardized test with the participation of 20% of international runners – mostly from the UK and the Nordic countries – the fifth edition of this test will start on Wednesday. ‘The Great Mediterranean Race’, pIt is a test that combines running and paddle surfing and passes through the municipalities of Alicante, Elche and Santa Pola. In its form of athletics, The test maintains the half marathon distance, which was combined two editions ago, with a track approved by the Royal Spanish Athletics Federation.

the ‘V Great Mediterranean Race“The departure will take place on Sunday, November 12 at 9 am from the city Alicante, at the gates of the Provincial Palace, you will pass through emblematic enclaves such as El Palmeral Park, the beaches of Urbanova, Arenales del Sol and Carabasi or the Santa Pola Lighthouse. In total, runners will cover a distance of 21.0975 kilometers which will culminate in Varadero Beach in Santa Pola.

To date, more than 3,000 athletes from all over Spain have joined this initiative, as well as from countries such as Great Britain and Northern Europe. As the president of the Montemar Club of Alicante, the organizer of the test, explained, there will be many different activities along the way Entertainment and refreshment points With water, energy gels and isotonic drinks. In addition, runners will be introduced Bus transfer – With different routes between Alicante, Elche, Santa Pola- and A Toilet service This will allow them to leave their luggage at the departure point and collect it upon arrival.

So far, they have joined this initiative More than 3000 athletes Of which 25% of participants are women.

Paddle surfing race

In case paddle surfing, The test starts from Urbanova Beach and travels 13 kilometers until it also reaches Varadero. As for the Padelsurf competition, participants will be able to choose between categories ranging from SUB 8 to Elite Gran Kahuna +60. The rest of the modalities will be tested on Varadero Beach, including the most popular, emerging, recreational and non-competitive in nature. In addition, new this year, the Elite class is integrated with an inflatable board.

Among the most important aspects of this year, as Danielle Paris presents, are the following: Its comprehensive natureDuring the event, new, adapted chairs will be provided for people with disabilities, allowing them to enjoy this activity. The fifth edition of this competition will be registered for
Spanish Long Distance SUP Cup 2023 And the Mediterranean circuit. As in the walking test ‘V Great Mediterranean Race’ We will provide Transportation service and
Wardrobe.

Economic impact

he President of the Alicante Provincial Council, Tony Perez, He pointed out, “We are talking about a first-class event that combines two types of events, brings together a large number of participants, more than 3,000 participants in this edition, and has an important impact for our governorate.” It is, he added, a firm commitment by the Regional Council to sport “as a tourism component, in the promotional field, but above all, thinking of our athletes, organizations, clubs and everyone who leaves the skin, today”. daytime, so that the sports show is part of our regional calendar.

The presentation also included an intervention by the Mayor of Santa Paula. Loreto Serranosports advisors in Alicante and Elche, Antonio Gallego and Jose Navarro. Loreto Serrano indicated that representatives of the three municipalities agreed to thank the regional institution for its participation in this project, “which has an important impact on our localities, not only on the sporting level, but also in tourism and economic terms.”

He said: “For the city of Alicante, it is a matter of pride to be the starting point for this initiative that links organized competition and the family, and thanks to the support of the Provincial Council and the municipalities, something that enriches us all.” Antonio Gallegowhile Jose Navarro He explained that this event “is not limited to being a typical sporting activity, but rather conveys and displays all the benefits of our land: on the tourism level, on the social and economic level, and also from the point of view of social commitment.” “.