The event, which starts and finishes in Ronda, will extend its route through towns such as Arriate, Setenil de las Bodegas, Alcalá del Valle, Montejaque, and Benaoján. Competitors can choose between individual or team walking, both with a 24-hour limit, or mountain biking, with a maximum of 12 hours. A notable novelty is the inclusion of a children's category, which will gather around 1,200 young people, and for the first time, will take place in all involved localities, not just Ronda.
“"This is a race that pushes athletes to their limits, but it also carries intrinsic values of sport and the commendable work carried out by the legionnaires: camaraderie, hard work, resilience, discipline, self-improvement, generosity, and solidarity."
The event's presentation was attended by Francisco Salado, president of the Diputación de Málaga, and Colonel Fernando Sánchez Pérez, head of the Alejandro Farnesio 4th Tercio of La Legión. Salado highlighted the importance of this sporting event, considering it a national and international benchmark in ultra-distance running. He emphasized that, despite the physical and mental demands, the race offers a very enriching experience for participants, promoting values such as camaraderie and discipline.
The Provincial Fire Consortium of Málaga will play a crucial role in the organization, coordinating from the Command Post, managing incidents, and providing medical support. Their contribution includes 4x4 vehicles for transporting medical personnel in hard-to-reach areas and a tanker fire truck at kilometer 38, which will serve as a refreshment point. Additionally, defibrillators and extinguishing equipment will be installed in various locations, with on-duty personnel at strategic points.
Colonel Sánchez Pérez detailed the challenges of this edition, such as the coincidence with the deployment of La Legión troops in Slovakia shortly after the race, and the need to improve the condition of the trails after recent storms in February, which might require route adjustments. The event continues to strengthen its international projection, attracting participants from countries such as Portugal, France, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Belgium, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, and Poland.
An extensive organizational and health system will ensure the safety and well-being of the runners. This will include nearly 900 legionnaires, 10 doctors, 11 nurses, 150 volunteer students of Physiotherapy, Nursing, and Podiatry, 150 Civil Protection volunteers, as well as personnel from the Provincial Fire Consortium, Guardia Civil, National Police, and Local Police forces. Medical aid stations, ambulances, and mobile intensive care units will be available, along with numerous refreshment points offering water, isotonic drinks, fruit, and food.
