CAPE TOWN MARATHON

Gerda Steyn

Gerda Steyn not putting pressure on herself to chase national marathon record

Four-time Comrades Marathon champion Gerda Steyn says she feels no pressure to reclaim her national marathon record of 2:22:22, which is now held by Glenrose Xaba.

Thabang Mosiako during the South Africa national road running team arrival at OR Tambo International Airport on October 03, 2023 in Johannesburg, South Africa.

Thabang Mosiako gearing up for Cape Town Marathon debut

South African half-marathon champion Thabang Mosiako announced his return to form with a third-place finish at the Hollywoodbets Durban 10km on Saturday, clocking 28:03 at Kingsmead Stadium.

Manager of the Nedbank Running Club Nick Bester

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.

Nedbank Running Club athlete Thabang Mosiako [Image via: Nedbank Running Club]

Thabang Mosiako confirms Cape Town Marathon entrance

South African half-marathon champion Thabang Mosiako has confirmed to SABC Sport that he will compete in the Cape Town Marathon on 19 October.

Stephen Mokoka comes in third place in the mens 42km during the Durban International Marathon on April 28, 2024 in Durban, South Africa.

Stephen Mokoka targets fourth Cape Town Marathon title

Veteran long-distance runner Stephen Mokoka has confirmed that he will return to the Cape Town Marathon on 19 October in pursuit of a record-extending fourth title.

Caster Semenya with Glenrose Xaba winner of the year during the 2024 SPAR Grand Prix Awards at Red Roman Shed on November 05, 2024 in Johannesburg, South Africa.

How Caster Semenya assisted Glenrose Xaba to break the marathon record

South African athletics legend Caster Semenya and her partner, Violet Semenya, both renowned for their track and field expertise, achieved something extraordinary by helping Glenrose Xaba not only win the Cape Town Marathon on her debut but also break the South African national marathon record on her first attempt.