South African athletics coach Hendrick Ramaala has backed SA Men's 10km record holder Precious Mashele to bounce back after struggling with injuries and poor form in 2024.
Tayla Kavanagh is set to line up for the opening leg of the Spar Women’s 10km Challenge Grand Prix series at Green Point Stadium in Cape Town on 30 March.
Athletics South Africa high-performance manager Hezekiel Sepeng believes the impressive performances of Prudence Sekgodiso and Tshepo Tshite in Europe could inspire more South African athletes to compete in indoor events.
Absa Run Your City Series organisers Stillwater Sports have raised the stakes with a total prize pool of R1.6 million for local athletes who break records this year.
South African middle-distance star Adriaan Wildschutt is aiming to break the national 10km record of 27:35, set by Precious Mashele in Gqeberha in 2023.
South African marathon champion Elroy Gelant has confirmed to SABC Sport that he will not defend his title this year due to the scheduling change.