Comrades Marathon provides update on Moira Harding
Moira Harding, who went missing after finishing the 2025 Comrades Marathon, has been found alive and is receiving medical care.
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Gerda Steyn clinches fourth Comrades Marathon
Gerda Steyn wins the 2025 Comrades Marathon, adding to her record as the only woman to hold both the up and down run records in the event’s history.
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Gerda Steyn wins sixth Two Oceans Ultra Marathon in a row
Gerda Steyn has won her sixth consecutive Two Oceans Ultra Marathon, finishing with the third-fastest time in the race’s history.
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Comrades Marathon 2025: How to enter, competition rules, prize money
This year’s Down Run will challenge runners to complete approximately 89 kilometres, stretching from Pietermaritzburg to Durban, on Sunday, 8 June 2025.
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Soweto Marathon 2024: Road closures to take note of on Sunday, 3 November 2024
Motorists should anticipate road closures across Soweto for the Soweto Marathon on Sunday, 3 November 2024, with major routes impacted.
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Cape Town Marathon: These MyCiTi routes will be affected this weekend
The Cape Town Marathon takes place this weekend, causing road closures and disruptions to MyCiTi routes. Here’s everything you need to know.
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Cape Town Marathon 2024: Races explained, what to expect, road closures
The Cape Town Marathon 2024 is set to take place on the weekend of 19-20 October, featuring a variety of races and road closures across the city.
Events
Two Oceans Marathon 2025: Race info, Training runs and How to enter
Entries are open for the Two Oceans Marathon, taking place in April 2025. Find out how to enter, event details, and training run info.
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2024 Comrades Marathon: Gerda Steyn wins third consecutive title
Gerda Steyn clinched her third consecutive victory at the 2024 Comrades Marathon, setting a new course record and solidifying her dominance in the ultra-marathon world.
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Who is Piet Wiersma? – Five things to know about the 2024 Comrades Marathon winner
Discover key facts about Piet Wiersma, the 2024 Comrades Marathon winner, who overcame past challenges to claim victory.
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2024 Comrades Marathon: Durban road closures for Sunday, 9 June 2024
The 2024 Comrades Marathon will cause extensive road closures in Durban on Sunday. Here’s what you must know.
Crime
2024 Comrades Marathon: Two KZN joggers targeted in brazen robbery
Two KZN joggers training for the 2024 Comrades Marathon were robbed in a brazen attack, resulting in a heart attack for a bystander who tried to help.
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Watch: Kenyans caught on camera letting Chinese runner win Beijing Marathon [video]
The Beijing Half Marathon ended controversially when footage emerged showing Kenyan and Ethiopian runners seemingly allowing Chinese athlete He Jie to win
International
Kelvin Kiptum dies: Cause of death, biography, reactions
Kelvin Kiptum’s relentless pursuit of excellence saw him setting three of the seven fastest marathons ever recorded, earning him a revered spot in the annals of marathon running.
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2023 Soweto Marathon: Here are the road closures to take note of
The 2023 Soweto Marathon, a cherished athletic event, will cause extensive road closures throughout Johannesburg on Sunday.
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Gerhard van Rensburg: Pretoria Marathon Club suspends runner accused of assaulting pro-Palestine protester
Gerhard van Rensburg faces a temporary suspension from the Pretoria Marathon Club following allegations of assaulting a pro-Palestine protester during the Cape Town Marathon.
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2023 Sanlam Cape Town Marathon: What to expect, 10km prize money, road closures
Expect thrilling races and potential record-breaking runs at the 2023 Sanlam Cape Town Marathon. Discover the prize money for 10KM winners and essential road closures.