COMRADES MARATHON

South African road running legend Grace de Oliveira

Grace de Oliveira retires after unforgettable 43-year running career

South African road running legend Grace de Oliveira has officially announced her retirement after an incredible 43-year career, just days before celebrating her 65th birthday on Sunday.

Hollywood Athletics Club new signings Edward Mothibi and Tete Dijana

Tete Dijana targets Comrades comeback after disappointing Up Run

Three-time Comrades Marathon champion Tete Dijana is already looking ahead after a disappointing performance in this year's Up Run, promising to come back stronger as he prepares to defend his Down Run title next year.

Comrades Marathon surprise package Mbuti Mollo

Mbuti Mollo – Comrades podium finish will change my family’s life

Comrades Marathon surprise package Mbuti Mollo says his historic podium finish in the 2026 Up Run has given him an opportunity to change his family’s life for the better.

5-time Comrades Champion Gerda Steyn

Gerda Steyn - I can’t imagine my life without the Comrades

Five-time Comrades Marathon champion and three-time Up Run record holder Gerda Steyn says the Ultimate Human Race has become such a big part of her life that she cannot imagine living without it.

2026 Comrades Winner George Kusche

George Kusche draws inspiration from Springbok coach after historic Comrades victory

After smashing the Comrades Marathon Up Run record and claiming his first-ever Ultimate Human Race title, George Kusche says he plans to adopt the mindset of Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus when it comes to handling pressure.

Piet Wiersma wins the mens 2024 Comrades Marathon race during the Comrades Marathon finishing at Hollywoodbets Scottsville Racecourse on June 09, 2024 in Pietermaritzburg, South Africa.

Piet Wiersma explains why Kenya dominates long-distance running

Comrades Marathon defending champion Piet Wiersma has shared his views with SABC Sport on why Kenya continues to produce some of the world's best long-distance runners.

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