Google+ Running in Cork, Ireland: 2023 Cork City Sports cancelled

Tuesday, May 23, 2023

2023 Cork City Sports cancelled


The organisers of the Cork City Sports have announced that the 2023 edition has been cancelled due to ongoing works of the athletics track at MTU. Over the last few year, things haven't been going well for this athletics event. First of all, it was cancelled in 2020 and 2021 due to the pandemic. It went ahead in 2022 but now it's cancelled again.

The organisers released this statement... " It is with deep regret that we announce the cancellation of the highly anticipated Cork City Sports World Athletics Continental Tour 2023. This decision was made due to significant delays in the resurfacing of the athletics track at the Munster Technological University (MTU).

The decision to cancel the Cork City Sports Continental Tour was not taken lightly. The organising committee, in collaboration with the MTU, has been closely monitoring the progress of the resurfacing project. Unfortunately, technical challenges encountered by the specialist contractor in achieving World Athletics International Standard Certification requirements have led to significant delays, making it impossible to complete the athletics track in time for the event.

The organisers understand the impact that this cancellation has on the athletes who were eagerly preparing to compete in Cork. We recognise the countless hours of hard work, dedication, and sacrifices made by athletes from around the world. Rest assured, we share in their disappointment and regret any inconvenience caused.

The organising committee, together with the MTU, will focus on completing the resurfacing works as soon as possible track to ensure that the Cork City Sports Continental Tour will return stronger than ever in July 2024."

No comments: