Elite runners are intensifying their preparations for the eagerly anticipated 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.
Stephen Mokoka says retirement is far from his thoughts after being named Gauteng Male Athlete of the Year at the Hollywood Athletics Club awards in Johannesburg on Saturday.
Lesotho road-running star Joseph Seutloali has welcomed the increased prize money announced for this year’s Two Oceans Marathon.
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.
With the Cape Town Marathon set for its final October edition on October 17 before shifting to a May slot in 2026, South Africa’s elite runners face a congested calendar.