With the Comrades Marathon fast approaching, three-time champion Bongmusa Mthembu has welcomed the route alterations and is determined to add his fourth title.
South African long-distance sensation Bongmusa Mthembu warmed up for the Comrades Marathon by winning the Om Die Dam 50km Ultra-marathon in Hartbeespoort on Saturday.
South Africa's long-distance runners Bongmusa Mthembu and Charne Bosman voiced their concerns about the prize money in local road races.
Three-time Comrades Marathon champion Bongmusa Mthembu confirmed to SABC Sport that he would unveil his new coach in the coming week.