ATHLETICS SA
Nick Bester raises concerns over Cape Town Marathon date shift
Former Comrades Marathon winner Nick Bester has criticised the decision to move the Cape Town Marathon to May 2025, warning that the new date could negatively affect race conditions.
Irvette Van Zyl targets strong Tshwane 10km as part of marathon preparations
Four-time Soweto Marathon champion Irvette Van Zyl says the Absa Run Your City Tshwane 10km forms an important part of her preparation for a marathon later this year.
Christine Njoki targets Durban 10km title defence and world record bonus
Kenyan road running star Christine Njoki is set to return to South Africa to defend her title and claim a massive R1 million bonus at the Totalsports Women’s 10km race in Durban this weekend.
Karabo More set for gruelling Women’s Month race calendar
South African rising star Karabo More is set to tackle a demanding series of 10km races during Women’s Month this August.
Glenrose Xaba to turn to marathon if 10 000m World Champs bid fails
Having already secured qualification for the World Athletics Championships in the marathon, Glenrose Xaba is now exploring every opportunity to qualify for the 10,000m in Tokyo later this year.
Irvette Van Zyl sets sights on record-extending fifth Soweto Marathon title
After completing her debut Comrades Marathon, South African long-distance runner Irvette Van Zyl is now focused on claiming her fifth consecutive Soweto Marathon title.
