Suspended World Cup Jumping stop in Zapopan
World Aquatics has announced the suspension of the Diving World Cup stop that was to take place in Zapopan, Jalisco, from March 5 to 8. The decision was made after evaluating the security situation in the region. The governing body of aquatic sports issued an official statement explaining that, after consulting with the Mexican Federation and the State Council for Sports Development (CODE) Jalisco, it was decided not to hold the competition. The safety of the athletes, coaches, and delegations is the priority.This stage was part of the qualifying calendar for the World Super Final scheduled in Beijing from May 1 to 3. With the cancellation, the qualifying criteria will be adjusted, taking as a reference the results of the stop in Montreal. The suspension occurs in an international attention context due to recent acts of violence in Jalisco. These events include fires, blockades, and attacks in different parts of the state. World Aquatics recognized the organizational effort of the Mexican authorities and left open the possibility of Zapopan hosting future events when security conditions allow. With this measure, the organization prioritizes the integrity of the competitors.“This decision has been made after a thorough assessment of the risks in Zapopan and the state. The safety of athletes, coaches, and delegations is our top priority”
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