COMRADES MARATHON

Nedbank Running Club manager Nick Bester

Nick Bester declares the Dream Team ready for Comrades Marathon

Former Comrades Marathon champion Nick Bester says he is confident that at least three Nedbank Running Club athletes will finish in the top five at this year’s Comrades Marathon.

South African road running star George Kusche

George Kusche downplays fine form as Comrades Marathon and Two Oceans approaches

South African road running star George Kusche continues to enjoy a remarkable run of form but insists he is not getting carried away as he builds towards the iconic Comrades Marathon.

erda Steyn of South Africa winner of the women’s elite race during the 2025 Totalsports Two Oceans Ultra Marathon finishing at UCT Rugby Fields on April 05, 2025 in Cape Town,

Gerda Steyn on being the favourite for the Two Oceans Marathon

Six-time Two Oceans Marathon champion Gerda Steyn says she does not consider herself an outright favourite ahead of the 56km ultra-marathon set for 11 April at the University of Cape Town.

South African long-distance runner George Kusche

George Kusche insists Comrades Marathon preparations are on the right track

South African long-distance runner George Kusche says his preparations for the Comrades Marathon are firmly on course after claiming victory at the Cape Peninsula Marathon in 2:15:02 against a strong field.

erda Steyn of South Africa winner of the women’s elite race during the 2025 Totalsports Two Oceans Ultra Marathon finishing at UCT Rugby Fields on April 05, 2025 in Cape Town,

Gerda Steyn shares her plans for the new season

After enjoying a short break from competition, South Africa’s most decorated long-distance runner Gerda Steyn has outlined her plans for the upcoming season in an interview with SABC Sport.

ASA road running chief Enoch Skosana

Enock Skosana: SA marathon runners spoiled for choice

Athletics South Africa chairperson of road running Enock Skosana says elite runners are spoiled for choice with three major marathons packed into the first half of the year.