South African road-running superstar Gerda Steyn has taken time to reflect on what she describes as an unforgettable year after earning a bronze medal in her Soweto Marathon debut over the weekend.
Lesotho’s long-distance star Joseph Seutloali cemented his place in South African road-running history after completing a rare marathon double by winning the Soweto Marathon on Saturday.
South Africa’s renowned race director Danny Blumberg will mark a major personal milestone on Saturday as he celebrates 10 years at the helm of the iconic Soweto Marathon.
Athletics South Africa (ASA) chairperson of road running Enoch Skosana says while the federation is disappointed by last month’s cancellation of the Cape Town Marathon due to severe weather conditions, the setback has unexpectedly benefited the Soweto Marathon.
Soweto Marathon Non-Profit Company (NPC) spokesperson Jabu Mbuli has insisted that the iconic People’s Race will proceed as scheduled at Nasrec on Saturday, regardless of the ongoing dispute with the Soweto Marathon Trust.
Four-time Soweto Marathon champion Irvette van Zyl is looking forward to being challenge by her Hollywood Athletics Club teammate Gerda Steyn at the Soweto Marathon this weekend.