The Saundersfoot Triathlon due to take place on Saturday (September 10) has been cancelled, in light of the passing of Her Majesty the Queen.

Organisers Activity Wales posted the following statement on social media this morning: “As a mark of respect and to acknowledge Her Majesty The Queen’s passing, we have made the decision to withdraw Saundersfoot Triathlon from this year’s calendar.

“As a local company, we have had the privilege of delivering some incredible events to Pembrokeshire. With the community at the heart of everything we do, we feel it would be completely inappropriate to deliver an event of such scale during a time of national mourning. All athletes have been contacted via email and text.

“Our thoughts and prayers are with The Royal Family and the wider community at this incredibly sad time.”

Premier League and EFL football fixtures have been postponed for the weekend.

The organisers of Ironman Wales have stated that they are waiting further instruction as to whether the triathlon will go ahead in Tenby and its surrounding area this Sunday.