The Italian Embassy in San José participated in the 2022 edition of the Saint Silvester road race, the traditional running competition held on 31 December. A celebration of sport and friendship that has been going on for 22 years, the race is a playful and joyful way to bid farewell to the old year while making wishes for the new one.
Such a convivial occasion attracts numerous participants to the streets of the city. This year’s Clásica de San Silvestre saw the participation of around 5000 athletes, who could choose between running 5 or 10 kilometres.
The Italian team was composed of athletes from various countries, all united by their enthusiasm and passion for sport. The Italian team also intends to participate in other sports competitions in Costa Rica.