Yaiza and Lanzarote celebrated the fifth edition of the Yaiza Extremo Sur this weekend, an initiative of the Yaiza City Council that is more than consolidated in the island's sports calendar due to the number of participants, around five hundred, the competitive level of female and male athletes, and its unique proposal on the island to unite MTB and trail circuits, this 2024 with bike routes from north to south, between Órzola and Puerto Calero, new and demanding challenges that left athletes and fans delighted, giving the organization a remarkable approval.
The race expanded its route, reaching new points on the island such as Órzola and Tinajo. In addition, the gravel modality was incorporated and the epicenter of the event was established in the magnificent facilities of the Sports Club Puerto Calero. Sport, nature and landscape combined perfectly, offering a great spectacle for lovers of trail running and MTB. The photographs and videos are the best proof of the spectacular nature of the Yaiza Extremo Sur.
At 8:00 a.m. on Saturday, the participants in the 100 km distance started from Órzola. The mayor of Yaiza, Óscar Noda, was in charge of firing the starting gun for more than 100 cyclists who chose to travel the island from north to south on their MTB or gravel bikes. After just over four hours of travel, Luis León Sánchez, former professional cyclist, crossed the finish line fulfilling the predictions. The Murcian commented that the route seemed very demanding for gravel, but he enjoyed the landscape and facilities offered for his participation in the event.
Luis, a special guest for this edition, gave up the first place on the gravel podium to Don Travers (5:02:17 h), followed by Óliver Barrera and Fabián Febles as third classified. In the MTB modality, the victory went to Néstor Rodríguez (04:12:31), escorted by Samuel Rodríguez and his teammate Alexander Hernández.
In the women's MTB category, the victory went to the Dutch woman based in Lanzarote, Tessa Kortekass, who stopped the clock at 4:27:09 h. The second position was for Patricia Herrera and Luzma Munguía closed the podium.
At 9:00 a.m., from Yaiza, the participants of the 27 km trail run started, which took the runners to the finish line located in Puerto Calero on a very demanding day due to the high temperatures. The first to arrive at the Sports Club Puerto Calero was Tana Cabrera (2:31:41 h), followed by Misael León and Alejandro Martín. In women's, María Pilar Sosa took the victory (3:00:11 h), followed by Gloria Cuéllar and Rosa María Chincoa.
Later, the participants of the Trail 6.5 km modality faced a circular route with departure and arrival at the Sports Club Puerto Calero. Tinguaro Quintero (25:31 m) was the winner of this modality, with Rayco Hernández in second position and Diego López closing the podium. Cristina Molina (34:46 m) was the first woman to reach the finish line, followed by Anya Lamprecht and Elizabeth Perdomo.
Finally, at 11:00 a.m., from Mancha Blanca, the 40 km MTB distance started with 100 enthusiastic participants. Fran Arbelo (1:42:44 h) was the winner of this distance, followed by Jesús Alexis Suárez and Zenón Afonso. In women's, the victory went to Mayte Pío (2:32:24 h), accompanied on the podium by Evelyn Rancel and Juliana Hurtado.
After the arrival of all the participants at the Sports Club Puerto Calero, the awards ceremony began, presided over by the Councilor for Sports of Yaiza, Ángel Lago, the Councilor for Security and Emergencies of the Cabildo, Francisco Aparicio, and Inés Contreras, manager of the Sports Club Puerto Calero.
Sunday for the children
On the morning of this Sunday, the protagonists were the little ones with the celebration of the Yaiza Extremo Sur Kids. In the area of La Degollada in Yaiza, the organization designed different MTB and trail circuits adapted by age so that boys and girls could enjoy a sports day with their friends and family. All participants received a medal, applause and big hugs from their loved ones who were waiting for them with a big smile after the finish line. Councilor Ángel Lago accompanied the youth in this day dedicated to the little ones.
The fifth edition of the Yaiza Extremo Sur was again a success, being the only race on the island that combines trail running and bike in the same event. In addition, this year the routes offered participants the contrasting landscapes of Lanzarote from north to south.
Yaiza Extremo Sur is a test of the Yaiza City Council, organized by Cronoline Eventos Canarias, which has the collaboration of the Cabildo de Lanzarote and the Government of the Canary Islands. Yaiza appreciates the support of all the entities, volunteers and security forces committed to the test, as well as the encouragement and joy of the fans.
