Athlete Pau Gisbert decided not to run in the Valencia marathon this weekend because he couldn't focus on training amid the devastation that hit Spain's third-largest city in recent flash floods.

Valencians are facing a tough decision regarding their participation in the upcoming marathon in the flood-hit city. With the recent devastation caused by

Valencians are divided on whether to run in the upcoming marathon in the flood-hit city::6, 2024:: Alfafar, Spain:: Paiporta, Spain:: Ignacio David Cardona, Alfafar resident"This week we’re still adapting to the situation while also preparing to run the marathon.

The Valencia marathon, set to go ahead just a month after flash floods devastated the city, has spurred controversy. While some believe it's too soon, others see tourism benefits crucial for economic recovery.