The Great Debate: Should Trail Running be an Olympic Sport?

Today we continue the rollout of sessions from the 2026 edition of TrailCon. This session tackles an important discussion around trail running's path to potential inclusion in the 2032 Olympic Games.

The panel is made up of four important voices:
Corrine Malcolm (Moderator) - Trail Running Thought Leader and Media Figrue
Natacha Manchado - Running Project Manager at World Athletics
Francesco Puppi - Pro Athlete and Co-Founder of the Pro Trail Runner's Association
Anna Gibson - Pro Athlete and 2026 Winter Olympian

Each individual brings a unique perspective based on their experience in the sport, exploring the incentive structures of Olympic inclusion, the potential pros and cons, and what we can learn from how the Olympics have shaped other outdoor sports.

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