Geneva is preparing for ⁣the 47th Escalade Race, anticipating nearly ⁤60,000 participants over the weekend in the‍ Old Town. The event, a cornerstone of‍ the city’s sporting⁣ calendar, will feature a diverse range of races-from popular runs to elite competitions-and will⁢ be broadcast live for over‍ 14 hours by Léman Bleu television.

This year’s race has broken participation records, with 59,712 registered runners ready to navigate the ⁢historic cobblestone streets. Over 40 starting ⁣waves ⁢are scheduled throughout the weekend along Rue de⁢ la Croix-rouge.

Elite⁤ Competition: Gressier vs. Lobalu

Saturday’s events will focus on the popular races, beginning with the 2-tower⁢ course and culminating with the challenging 3-tower⁣ run. The day will also ⁤showcase promising young athletes ‍in the junior races, followed by the traditional Marmite and Walking event from Veyrier.

Sunday will see children’s races fill the⁣ city streets before the elite athletes take centre stage.Defending women’s champion diane van Es is ⁤favored to win again. The men’s race is highly anticipated, featuring a rematch between French 10,000m world champion Jimmy Gressier and Swiss European champion Dominic lobalu.

Live⁤ Coverage and Event Details

Léman Bleu is providing extensive live coverage of the Escalade Race from a dedicated stage in Parc des Bastions. Viewers can expect ⁢over 14 hours of broadcast time, including on-site reporting, highlights, and interviews, offering an immersive experience ⁤of the 47th edition.