New world record set at New York Marathon
A new world record was set at the New York City Marathon`on Sunday. None of the participants managed to beat Kenyan Eluid Kipchoge’s time of 2:01:39 set in Berlin earlier this year. However, a total…
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Comrades entries to close soon
With over 22,000 entries already in the bag, the Comrades Marathon Association (CMA) has made a final call to aspirant Comrades runners to get their entry in. There are less than 3000 entries still available…
Manja king of the Gun Run
David Manja won the OUTsurance Kfm 94.5 Gun Run for the 4th time in his career in Cape Town on Sunday The perfect cool, overcast weather conditions was perfect for fast times. And that is…
Lucrative incentives for SA Athletes
Incentive Scheme announced for SA athletes at FNB Durban 10K CITYSURFRUN By Jacky McClean An impressive incentive scheme has been announced for South African athletes taking part in the 2nd annual FNB Durban 10K CITYSURFRUN…
Cape Town Marathon wins prestigious award
Cape Town, 21 August 2018 – The Sanlam Cape Town Marathon, Africa’s only IAAF Gold Label-status marathon, was awarded “Participation Event Of The Year” at the illustrious Sports Industry Awards last Friday in Sandton. Shortlisted…
Breakfast with Comrades winner Bongmusa Mthembu
Watch 2018 Comrades Marathon Champion Bongmusa Mthembu chat about his victory. South Africa’s Bongmusa Mthembu on Sunday recorded his third Comrades Marathon victory, adding this year’s title to his 2014 and 2017 triumphs, as he…
Fastest man in the world over 12km at FNB Cape Town 12 ONERUN
Fastest man in the world over 12km back to defend title at FNB Cape Town 12 ONERUN It is official, the fastest man ever over 12km will return to defend his title at the FNB…
Comrades gold medalist dies suddenly at training camp
Nick Bester saw Ndlela as the next Comrades winner The Comrades Marathon Association (CMA) is saddened by the untimely passing of Comrades gold medallist, Siphiwe Ndlela this past weekend. He was 28 years old. The…
Runners change lives at FNB Cape Town 12 ONERUN
The 2017 FNB Cape Town 12 ONERUN saw runners donate an impressive combined total of R112 555.00 to the event’s two charities, Die Burger Kersfonds and The Cape Of Good Hope SPCA. “The FNB Cape Town…
Comrades Marathon now more than 90kms
The official distance of the 2018 Comrades Marathon as well as changes to the route have been confirmed by the Comrades Marathon Association (CMA). CMA Race Director, Rowyn James says, “The officially measured and certified…