La Orotava, Spain - May 2023 - Once again, the "Cross Mary Help of Christians" gathered thousands of people in La Orotava for the XLV edition of one of the oldest popular races in the Canary Islands. More than 1,800 registered in the 22 categories spread over eight distances. The little ones were the stars early in the morning, where family members and runners enjoyed a magnificent Sunday to go racing. Lots of supporters flocked to both sides of the road to cheer on all the runners who suffered in the famous "Marqueza climb." At 11 a.m., participants in the 5-kilometer run opened a corridor to cheer on participants in the race adapted for people with reduced mobility, and their companions, who ran in "Joëlettes," single-wheel off-road wheelchairs. One of the most emotional moments of the day. At 11:45 a.m. it was the time for the premier event, the 10 km, a tough course, full of ups and downs, but with a spectacular atmosphere where the fans did not stop cheering from the first to the last at the finish line. A day to remember, a celebration for athletes in general, an inclusive event, a different race, organized by the Salesianos La Orotava school, in the year of the 75th Anniversary of the Salesian presence in La Villa de La Orotava.