5 South African athletes, 3 based in Nelson Mandela Bay, 1 in East London and the 5th in Jozie are putting the final touches to their preparation for a mission to Germany to race an Iron Distance event there. The five will participate at the Challenge Regensburg event which consists of a 3.8km ocean swim, 180.4 bike and 42.2 marathon. Challenge is a global Triathlon event franchise offering half iron and full iron distance. Although predominantly a force in Europe, there are now more than 40 … [Read more...] about Challenge Regensburg participation to benefit Smile Foundation
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Brace yourselves Port Elizabeth, for Drifting Action at Aldo Scribante
The SupaDrift Series hair-raiser event is upon the doorstep of Nelson Mandela Bay and certainly knocking hard – if you happen to open it – expect the rumble of V8’s, the turbo whine of high revving rear-wheel drive machines and moreover, the blaze and burn of the smoke cloud as after effect of tyre shredding sideways madness… Next weekend, Saturday the 29th July, all eyes will be on the Aldo Scribante Race Circuit in Port Elizabeth as the best of SA drifters arrive in the friendly City to do … [Read more...] about Brace yourselves Port Elizabeth, for Drifting Action at Aldo Scribante
You Need Real Grit to Win the 2017 Oakley X-Over
Just days after announcing their title sponsorship of the Colin Mayer Tour mountain bike stage race in Mauritius in October, Grit Real Estate Income Group (GRIT) announced its sponsorship of the 4th annual Oakley X-Over event, powered by Sharp, cementing the GRIT brand firmly within the family sporting community in Mauritius and South Africa. The popular, 2-day Oakley X-Over sports-celebrity event took place 20-21 July as part of the J-Bay Winterfest and comprised three vastly different … [Read more...] about You Need Real Grit to Win the 2017 Oakley X-Over
Gamble Continue to Dominate
Nelson Mandela Bay's unique Town Lodge Business Night Relay enjoyed another great winter's evening at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium on Tuesday night for the 3rd round of this unique corporate event. Just over 50 teams took part in the event which is open to running teams of 5 people and walking teams of 3 and is starting to grow in popularity. "Another great evening at our iconic stadium with lots of the participants this month dressing up and being more daring in their attire just added … [Read more...] about Gamble Continue to Dominate
RIP Bomza Nkohla
SA Rugby president, Mr Mark Alexander, on Monday paid tribute to former African Springbok captain Welile James "Bomza" Nkohla, who passed away in Livingstone Hospital in Port Elizabeth on Sunday morning after a long battle with cancer, aged 71. Nkohlo, who was born on 22 February 1946, leaves behind his wife, Bella, six children, a twin sister Welekazi, and a brother Mzimkhulu. "'Bomza' was not only a legend in Eastern Cape rugby communities, but a legend of black rugby prior to the days … [Read more...] about RIP Bomza Nkohla
Let’s Box Clever and Maximise the Return from Watersport, Specifically Sailing
For countless years Port Elizabeth and then Nelson Mandela Bay have touted our positioning as the 'Watersport Capital' of South Africa. And yet, we spend more money on other sports and our Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium than in the promotion of what is essentially a free stadium area right on our beachfront. According to figures gleaned from many sources the benefit to the city from domestic tourism generated as a result of rugby and soccer per annum pales into significance when compared with … [Read more...] about Let’s Box Clever and Maximise the Return from Watersport, Specifically Sailing
Youngest Driver to Win a National Championship Rally
Richard Leeke has powered himself into the South African motorsport record books by becoming the youngest-ever driver to win a national championship rally overall. Leeke, who turned 21 in April and his 29-year-old co-driver Henry Köhne (aka the ATS Motorsport Young Guns), drove their Ford Fiesta with distinction to claim victory in the VW Rally, which ended in Port Elizabeth on Saturday July 22. When silence had settled over the Longmore Forests and the points had been tallied, the pair were … [Read more...] about Youngest Driver to Win a National Championship Rally
5150 Entries Open Today
Following the huge success of last year's inaugural race, the Standard Bank 5150 Nelson Mandela Bay returns to the Friendly City for a second time. Set to take place on 3 December 2017 at Kings Beach, online entries will open today, 21 July 2017 at 12h00. Home to the Standard Bank IRONMAN African Championship, the Nelson Mandela Bay saw just over 600 athletes at the start of the debut race in 2016. The 5150 triathlon (pronounced, fifty-one-fifty) takes the format of an Olympic distance … [Read more...] about 5150 Entries Open Today
Confirmed: Rugby’s Worst Kept Secret
Celtic Rugby issued a statement yesterday afternoon confirming that: “Advanced and positive discussions are taking place with the South African Rugby Union regarding the introduction of two teams into an expanded Guinness PRO12 Championship. Given the proximity of the 2017/18 season start, a final decision on this potential expansion will be confirmed as soon as practical.” Celtic Rugby is the association of Irish, Welsh, Scottish and Italian Rugby Unions, which runs the PRO12 competition … [Read more...] about Confirmed: Rugby’s Worst Kept Secret
Maiden Victory for Simon Moss
Simon Moss claimed his maiden victory in the Sasol GTC Africa in Port Elizabeth on Saturday to turn up the heat on his opponents in the race for overall championship honours. In a further boost for the Engen Xtreme team, Moss' teammate Michael Stephen qualified on pole for the first race, won race one and finished the day in third place overall in his Engen Xtreme Audi A3 – narrowing the gap on current championship leader Gennaro Bonafede in the process. “This was a great day out in front … [Read more...] about Maiden Victory for Simon Moss
Eastern Cape’s Waves For Change
The Laureus Sport for Good Foundation in South Africa hosted an interactive three day community driven roadshow at the Waves for Change sites in the Eastern Cape from 12 to 14 July 2017. The action packed roadshow was hosted during the World Surf League Championship Tour and highlights included the announcement of Corné Krige as a Laureus ambassador, a new partnership with Qhubeka and the showcasing of the Laureus funded Waves for Change projects in both East London and Wells Estate, Port … [Read more...] about Eastern Cape’s Waves For Change
Only One Point Southern Kings – Should’ve, Could’ve, Would’ve
The Southern Kings have had an awesome Super Rugby season - the best ever in this century. Playing only for pride in front of 10 015 spectators against the Cheetahs at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium in Port Elizabeth last night, both teams played their last games in Super Rugby for the foreseeable future. Coming off of a high with two monumental wins - albeit by ONE point each - against the Jaguares in Argentina and the Bulls at Loftus Versveld the Southern Kings, with six wins to the … [Read more...] about Only One Point Southern Kings – Should’ve, Could’ve, Would’ve
Dear SARU – I doubt the Kings ‘decided’ to pursue other interests!
Is South African Rugby trying to ease away from being blamed for making a (there is no other word for it) KAK decision? All these years they have rabbited on about how the Eastern Cape is the cradle of development and that they support rugby in this region only to toss the Southern Kings under the Super Rugby buss the minute our sheep loving criminal cousins wave a bundle of cash under their noses. Now that the 'Koel is deur die Kerk' and we finally have a winning team methinks that SARU … [Read more...] about Dear SARU – I doubt the Kings ‘decided’ to pursue other interests!
#FillOurStadium – Challenge Accepted
The Southern Kings, together with the Nelson Mandela Bay Metro municipality and Nelson Mandela Bay Tourism, hoisted the #FillOurStadium flag at the Donkin Reserve on Thursday morning. The Southern Kings are on the verge of playing their final Vodacom Super Rugby match in a historic clash against the Toyota Cheetahs which will see both sides bidding farewell to the competition which will be narrowed down from 18 to 15 teams next season. With the Southern Kings having enjoyed good support … [Read more...] about #FillOurStadium – Challenge Accepted
Bulls Kings – Disgraceful Scenes
This one, referencing the defeat of the Bulls by the Southern Kings this past weekend, is doing the rounds on WhatsApp - thanks Gareth for the heads up! "Disgraceful scenes at Loftus as stewards force Bulls fans to stay and watch until the end" The Southern Kings beat the Bulls in their home ground, Loftus, 31-30 on Saturday 8 July 2017. Playing only for pride now as both the Cheetahs and Southern Kings are out of the 2018 Super Rugby competition the two teams will play each other on … [Read more...] about Bulls Kings – Disgraceful Scenes
