The 59th edition of the Volta à Ilha de São Miguel was presented and celebrated at a ceremony held on Thursday night at Praça Gonçalo Velho Cabral, in Ponta Delgada. The event served simultaneously as a tribute to the participants and as the official presentation of the teams that will compete in the race.
The initiative filled the public square of Ponta Delgada, demonstrating the interest and enthusiasm that the competition still arouses on the island of São Miguel. The title of the news article, "The rallies are very much alive in São Miguel," reflects the vitality demonstrated by this sporting tradition in the region.
The Volta à Ilha de São Miguel is a rally event with a long tradition on the Azorean island, with this edition marking the 59th time the event has been held. The ceremony at Praça Gonçalo Velho Cabral symbolized the continuity of an activity that remains active and relevant to the local community.
