The Plaza del Rey will be the venue for the inaugural cities against pancreatic cancer run on 7 November. The event combines both a charitable and sporting aspect, with all proceeds going towards research and prevention of pancreatic cancer, a disease known for its rising incidence and high mortality rate.
Vigo's mayor, Abel Caballero, encouraged residents to participate in the run, stating, "We are bringing the finish line closer." The event's presentation included notable figures such as the city's sports councillor, the head of the digestive system service at Álvaro Cunqueiro Hospital, specialists María Milagros Rodríguez and Andrea García Gómez, as well as representatives from the Marisqueiro Athletics Club and FrioEoli, alongside family members of patients affected by the disease.
Caballero expressed support for this first event in Vigo and for future initiatives, noting that nearly 300 people have already registered, with sign-ups open until 4 November. The run features three participation categories: 5 and 10 kilometres, along with a 2-kilometre walk.
Participants will start at the Plaza del Rey, proceeding along Avenida de Camelias, Romil, and Falperra, before reaching the Alfonso XII roundabout. The route continues through Pi y Margall, Llorente, Santa Marta, Torrecedeira, Marqués de Valterra, Jacinto Benavente, Beiramar, Coruña, Tomás Alonso, and back to Pi y Margall, leading to Cachamuíña and finishing at the Plaza del Rey.
Dr María Milagros Rodríguez González emphasised that the primary goal of the run, organised by the Pancreatic Cancer Association, is to support research into this disease. All funds raised from participant registrations will go towards the Carmen Delgado and Miguel Pérez Mateo scholarships. She highlighted the importance of research for prevention, early diagnosis, and treatment, noting that over 10,450 new cases of pancreatic cancer are expected in Spain throughout 2026.
