"Unfortunately, we have been forced to state that we cannot obtain the necessary permits from the relevant authorities.
The easing of restrictions and the general advice required to implement 25-man 2021 does not look like it will become a reality in the near future ", says Claes Andersson, chairman of the 25-man association in a press release.
25-man usually attracts upwards of 10,000 participants with representatives from several different countries.
MORE INFORMATION: Swedish victory in the relay - after riot drama (August 15)
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Swedish victory in the relay - after a riot drama