Seville

Racing it

1. 01

   Pace it even

   The course is flat with only 25 m of total climb, so lock into goal pace from the first kilometer instead of banking time early. There are no climbs waiting to be repaid later.

   From the elevation profile

2. 02

   Cool 08:30 start

   You start at 08:30 with the temperature around 11°C, so wear a throwaway layer at the start and expect to shed it once you warm up. Conditions should stay fast.

   From the start time

3. 03

   A loop, not a point-to-point

   This is a loop course, so you run back over familiar ground rather than waiting for transport to a distant start. Use the repeated sections to break the race into chunks.

   From the layout

4. 04

   Ballot entry

   Entry runs through a ballot, so register as soon as the window opens and have your qualifying details ready in case it fills.

   From the entry

In Seville

• Crossing the river

  Central Seville is compact and walkable, but race-day road closures mean the metro is the reliable way across town. Allow extra time if you need to cross the Guadalquivir.

• Where to watch

  Spectators get repeated views along the riverside, in Triana, and around the old town; the stadium finish is the moment worth being there for.

• Afternoon recovery

  Seville in February is mild, and the local habit of a long outdoor lunch of tapas is a fine way to recover — expect the orange trees to be in fruit.