The Aliann Pompey Invitational (API) which was scheduled to be staged in 16 days at the National Track and Field Centre has been postponed to next year.
This news was confirmed to this publication yesterday by founder of the annual fixture, four-time Olympian, Aliann Pompey. Pompey told Stabroek, “It won’t be held this year, but plans are already being made for next year.”
The Invitational, which was first staged in 2016, was last held three years ago. The 2020 and 2021 editions were shelved due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
However, Pompey did not offer a specific reason for this year’s postponement. The USA-based Pompey texted that “It’s with great sadness and regret that we announce the cancellation of this year’s API. We took some time to explore all possible options, and it was decided the best course of action was to put it off for next year.”
The text message continued, “In the interim, we’ve forged valuable connections with supporters and sponsors. The GOA, the AAG, World Athletics, MCYS, Atletismo Sudamericano, and our corporate sponsors, have committed to a level of support that will ensure the athlete and fan experience for next year’s edition will be extraordinary.”
