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Elroy Gelant shatters SA record in Hamburg Marathon
Elroy Gelant broke the South African marathon record with a remarkable time of 2:05:36 at the Hamburg Marathon, showcasing his impressive transition to long-distance running.
Ethiopian Tigst Assefa wins women's London Marathon in world record time
Tigst Assefa of Ethiopia set a new world record at the women's London Marathon, finishing in 2 hours, 15 minutes, and 50 seconds, leaving last year's runner-up position behind as she triumphed over Kenya's Joyciline Jepkosgei and Sifan Hassan.
Is the Two Oceans Marathon right to celebrate struggling athletes crawling to the finish line?
The viral video of a Two Oceans Marathon runner crawling across the finish line raises questions about the celebration of such displays of endurance, as it highlights the crucial need for athletes to heed their body's warning signs during extreme physical exertion.
Gerda Steyn, Khoarahlane Seutloali triumph at Two Oceans Marathon as 'killer hills' trip up favourites
Khoarahlane Joseph Seutloali stuns the competition with a remarkable victory at the Totalsports Two Oceans Marathon, clocking 3:10:46, while teammate Gerda Steyn secures her sixth consecutive win in the women's race.
Don't get stuck in traffic! All you need to know about Two Oceans Marathon this weekend
Get ready for Africa's biggest running expo! Discover essential travel and parking information for the 2025 Two Oceans Marathon Expo.
All you need to know about the travel logistics for the Two Oceans Marathon Expo
Get ready for Africa's biggest running expo! Discover essential travel and parking information for the 2025 Two Oceans Marathon Expo.
The top 5 foot woes that Two Oceans runners face – and how to avoid them
The constant friction, heat, and moisture caused by wearing incorrect socks or ill-fitting shoes can lead to blisters – one of the biggest complaints of long-distance runners. Blisters may seem inconspicuous, but once they form, they can create a lot of pain, particularly when running for hours.
Essential logistics and road closures for the Two Oceans Marathon in Cape Town
Prepare for the TotalSports Two Oceans Marathon in Cape Town with our comprehensive guide to road closures and essential logistics for runners and spectators.
Running community mourns four runners killed in crash after marathon in Durban
The running community is in mourning following the tragic deaths of four athletes involved in a car accident after the Best of the Best Marathon in Durban.
PICS: Over 600 SAPS officers participate in Pretoria Marathon to promote fitness
Over 600 SAPS officers are participating in the prestigious Pretoria Marathon, showcasing their commitment to fitness.
IAU Gold Label status reaffirms Two Oceans Marathon's prestige on the global stage
Two Oceans Marathon earns IAU Gold Label Status once again, solidifying its reputation as a premier ultra-marathon event just 50 days before the highly anticipated 2025 race.
Gerda ‘Smiling Assassin’ Steyn sounds ominous warning for Two Oceans competition
Though the humble giant of road-running in South Africa did not predict a win for herself, she said she aimed to be the best version of herself - which is an intimidating thought for any other elite women’s runner in the race.
Family conquers Antarctic Ice Marathon to raise awareness for Early Childhood Development
Iain Buchan and his family tackle the Antarctic Ice Marathon, raising awareness for Early Childhood Development while facing extreme conditions.
Heroic nurse acts quickly to save runner from certain death
When she was summoned to help, Aneshree Govender found herself in the midst of a life-or-death situation as a runner was having a heart attack.
Excitement builds as 1 000 extra entries for Comrades Marathon 2025 are taken
The Comrades Marathon Association announced the release of 1 000 additional entries for the 2025 race, highlighting the event’s global appeal and encouraging runners to secure their spots.
Why we are trapped in perpetual debt
In memory of Tebogo Ludwick Mpai, we explore the lessons learned from his life, the impact of debt on our society, and the importance of running our own race.
Record participation at the 2024 African Bank Soweto Marathon
The 2024 African Bank Soweto Marathon celebrated its 29th edition with over 25,000 participants, showcasing athletic talent and the vibrant spirit of Soweto.
Deputy Mayor completes 42km run for ‘Soles for Souls’
Cape Town’s Deputy Mayor, Eddie Andrews, successfully completed the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon in aid of raising R3. 3 million for 42 000 pairs of school shoes.
Xaba, Oldknow eye glory at Sanlam Cape Town Marathon
And it is about to get even more memorable as Xaba makes that long-awaited graduation to the full marathon in Cape Town tomorrow.
World major status nears as 21,000 line up for Cape Town Marathon
With organisers aiming to secure world elite race status, it will have a number of different events including the trail marathon and 10km races on Saturday, with the headline act being the 42. 2km marathon taking place on Sunday.
Actress Thandy Matlaila to run Cape Town Marathon for ‘Run Alex Club’
Actress Thandy Matlaila to compete in the upcoming Cape Town marathon to show gentle love to the less fortunate.
Glenrose Xaba blooms with back-to-back 10km victories in Johannesburg and Gqeberha
Glenrose Xaba clocked a scintillating fast time of 31:55, nearly two minutes faster than the 33:03 mark set by Ethiopian Debash Desta last year.
Glenrose Xaba gunning for another victory in Gqeberha
Glenrose Xaba will be the one to beat the Spar Women’s 10km Challenge in Gqeberha this weekend.
360 SAPS officers run half-marathon to qualify for 2025 Comrades Marathon
The half-marathon aimed to prioritise the mental and physical well-being of the police force.
Silent walk shines light on deaf community, spotlighting GBV and inclusivity
The event spotlighted the scourge of gender-based violence (GBV) against the hearing-impaired, while heeding the hearing-community to learn Sign Language as it one of the 12 official languages.