BEIJING - The 2020 IFSC World Cup in Innsbruck, Austria was said to be "definitely cancelled" according to an online statement from the International Federation of Sport Climbing (IFSC).

The event was originally scheduled from June 23 to 27, but "considering the actual regulations set by the Austrian government on the organization of public events", the IFSC decided to cease preparation.

According to the same statement, the IFSC European Championships in Moscow has also been rescheduled to be held from November 20 to 29.

IFSC explained its decision was made in order to "further minimize the health and logistic risks connected to the pandemic."