Azpeitia athlete completes the X-Pyr paragliding challenge

The participant finished the race three days ahead of schedule, crossing the Pyrenees with a support team.

Texture of a paraglider wing against a blue sky.
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Texture of a paraglider wing against a blue sky.

A paraglider from Azpeitia has completed the X-Pyr race, finishing the 529-kilometer route from Hondarribia to El Port de la Selva three days before the deadline.

The athlete began the challenge on June 21st with the goal of crossing the Pyrenees. The event combines paragliding with trail running whenever weather conditions make flying impossible.
The finish line was reached on Thursday afternoon. The participant noted that the weather was favorable and expressed great satisfaction with the team's performance.
Throughout the journey, the pilot was supported by a dedicated team. They managed logistics, strategy, and transport, emphasizing that teamwork is essential for success in this sport.