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Coronavirus precaution forces cancellation of IWT Topocalma Infernal Wave event

by International Windsurfing Tour 11 Mar 22:22 PDT
2020 Topocalma Infernal © International Windsurfing Tour

The IWT is saddened to report, that as of today March 11, the 2020 Topocalma Infernal is cancelled. Options for rescheduling are under consideration.

"Hello IWT, given the world contingency due to the Coronavirus, and following the opinion of Chilean medical experts and authorities, we have decided to cancel the Topocalma Infernal Championship. Chile has not been exempt from this problem, from Monday 9th to today the outlook has changed a lot. As organizers and hosts we want the best for everyone, which is why we made the decision against our will." Chile Event Organizers.

The remaining events on the 2020 calendar are currently under review as we wait for WHO guidance.

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