Formerly from Potchefstroom, but now residing in Wellington in the Western Cape, Pieter du Toit and Danielle Strydom will return to the ATKV Buffelspoort with a vengeance this coming Saturday 03 June 2023 to defend their titles at the revered Fedhealth Magalies Monster MTB Classic. Du Toit and Strydom #ConqueredTheMonster and secured victory in the Full Marathon (+-65km) in impressive times of 02 hours 49 minutes 15 seconds and 03 hours 33 minutes 32 seconds respectively in 2022. Du Toit admits … [Read more...] about Du Toit, Strydom ready to battle at the Fedhealth Magalies Monster MTB Classic
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Scheffer ready for Fedhealth Platinum Trail Run debut
Celebrating its 10th anniversary at the ATKV Buffelspoort on Sunday 04 June 2023, the Fedhealth Platinum Trail Run has attracted the attention of ‘pro trail runner turned roadie turned coach’, Rory Scheffer (Hurlingham, Johannesburg). “I’m looking forward to taking part in my first Fedhealth Platinum Trail Run,” says Scheffer. “I’ve heard that the event attracts quite a competitive field, so I can’t wait to race some of the strongest trail runners in the area. I’ve also never been to the area … [Read more...] about Scheffer ready for Fedhealth Platinum Trail Run debut
HI-TEC SA – Returns as The Official Footwear & Apparel Sponsor Of The KNYSNA FOREST MARATHON 2023
Hi-Tec, one of South Africa’s leading outdoor footwear, apparel, and accessories retailers has once again come on board as the official footwear and apparel sponsor of the Knysna Forest Marathon. The Knysna Forest Marathon is held annually during the Knysna Oyster Festival and is one of the most popular, not to mention beautiful races on the calendar! Taking place on Saturday, 08 July, the marathon offers several unique highlights that cannot be found in any other trail in the world. In its 38th … [Read more...] about HI-TEC SA – Returns as The Official Footwear & Apparel Sponsor Of The KNYSNA FOREST MARATHON 2023
World Record Holder to run in the Absa RUN YOUR CITY DURBAN 10K
Following the excitement of the Cape Town leg of the Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series that took place just over a week ago, Stillwater Sports is thrilled to announce that Ethiopia’s Yalemzerf Yehualaw, who is currently the World Record Holder in the 10km, will headline the women’s race at the Absa RUN YOUR CITY DURBAN 10K on Sunday 09 July 2023. Her world record stands at 29:14 and was set in Spain in 2022. “This is massive news for the series and for SA road running. Not only is Yalemzerf Yehualaw’s … [Read more...] about World Record Holder to run in the Absa RUN YOUR CITY DURBAN 10K
Tshwane residents #RunYourCity in support of three local charities!
The Absa RUN YOUR CITY TSHWANE 10K will celebrate its debut on Sunday 27 August 2023. When entering online runners and walkers can make a difference by supporting three local charities: Reach for A Dream, Cotlands and the Tshwane SPCA. “We are excited to celebrate the Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series’ debut in Tshwane and proud to welcome Reach for A Dream, Cotlands and the Tshwane SPCA as the official charities of the event,” says Michael Meyer, Managing Director of Stillwater Sports and Founder of … [Read more...] about Tshwane residents #RunYourCity in support of three local charities!
Fedhealth Magalies Monster MTB routes guaranteed to impress!
Returning to the ATKV Buffelspoort on Saturday 03 June 2023, the Fedhealth Magalies Monster MTB Classic will treat mountain biking enthusiasts to a “real” MTB experience that is challenging yet rewarding. It is called #TheMonster after all! The Fedhealth Magalies Monster MTB Classic has four fantastic distances to choose from: a Full Marathon (+-65km), Half Marathon (+-33km), Fun Ride (+-15km) and Kids Event (2.5km), making it the ideal outdoor activity for families. “The Full Marathon consists … [Read more...] about Fedhealth Magalies Monster MTB routes guaranteed to impress!
Enjoy a trail running experience like no other at the Fedhealth Platinum Trail Run
Trail running enthusiasts will get to experience trail running at its best at the 10th annual Fedhealth Platinum Trail Run that will return to the ATKV Buffelspoort (North-West Province) on Sunday 04 June 2023. Catering for the entire family, there are four fantastic events to choose from: a Long Route (+-24km), Short Route (+-12km), Fun Run (+-8km) and a Kids Event (2.5km). “Set in the beautiful Buffelspoort Valley, few trail running events in and around Gauteng offer the spectacular variety of … [Read more...] about Enjoy a trail running experience like no other at the Fedhealth Platinum Trail Run
Kipruto and Loleo triumphant in Absa RUN YOUR CITY CAPE TOWN 10K
Kenya’s Victor Kipruto and Veronica Loleo took line honours in the 2023 Absa RUN YOUR CITY CAPE TOWN 10K in the men’s and women’s races respectively on Sunday 14 May 2023, but it was a hard-fought win for both, particularly in the men’s race with the South Africans showing the Kenyan a little respect. Windy and blustery conditions for the first time since the race’s inception in 2015, saw the race become a tactical war of attrition until the field hit the bottom side of the City. With shelter … [Read more...] about Kipruto and Loleo triumphant in Absa RUN YOUR CITY CAPE TOWN 10K
Mashele, Chesang set to spearhead Absa RUN YOUR CITY CAPE TOWN 10K on Sunday
SA’S newly crowned 10km Record Holder, Precious Mashele and Uganda’s teen sensation, Prisca Chesang will spearhead the 8th annual Absa RUN YOUR CITY CAPE TOWN 10K that will take place in the Mother City on Sunday 14 May 2023. Mashele delivered fireworks in Gqeberha on 02 April at the inaugural Absa RUN YOUR CITY GQEBERHA 10K, when he broke the 8-year-old SA 10km Record, clocking 27:35, to take three seconds off the previous record held by Stephen Mokoka. Now Mashele is back for the second leg in … [Read more...] about Mashele, Chesang set to spearhead Absa RUN YOUR CITY CAPE TOWN 10K on Sunday
Da Silva survives back nine jitters to clinch NMB Classic
Brazilian golfer Adilson da Silva led from wire to wire to clinch the Nelson Mandela Bay Classic title in his maiden appearance on the Sunshine Senior Tour but not before a few heart palpitations on the back nine at Humewood in Gqeberha on Friday. The overnight leader by five shots, an advantage he still had at the halfway mark on Friday, eventually shaded Keith Horne by one shot as he faltered with a 41 on the back nine, which included three bogeys and a double bogey on the final hole. … [Read more...] about Da Silva survives back nine jitters to clinch NMB Classic
Dafabet are new naming sponsor for Warriors and St George’s Park Cricket Stadium
In a major boost for the game in the province, Cricket Eastern Cape (Pty) Limited has signed a sponsor in a multi-year deal that will include the Warriors and the iconic St George’s Park Cricket Stadium. “We are very happy to announce that going forward the team will be known as the Dafabet Warriors and the stadium as the Dafabet St George’s Park Cricket Stadium,” says Warriors chief executive Dr Mark Williams. It is a financial breakthrough for the stadium, which has been without a naming … [Read more...] about Dafabet are new naming sponsor for Warriors and St George’s Park Cricket Stadium
Monster putt keeps Da Silva in Classic driving seat
Brazilian Adilson da Silva received a happy ending to his day when he sank a monster 40-foot putt on the 18th hole to extend his lead to five strokes after the second round of the Nelson Mandela Bay Classic at Humewood Golf Club on Thursday. Da Silva did not repeat his flawless nine-birdie performance of the opening round, but was still good enough in tough conditions to shoot a three-under 69 for an overall total of 132. He will carry a five-stroke lead over Keith Horne, who kept … [Read more...] about Monster putt keeps Da Silva in Classic driving seat
Da Silva shines through in maiden SA senior golf event
Adilson da Silva laid down an early marker in his Sunshine Senior Tour debut with a flawless round of 63 on the first day of the Nelson Mandela Bay Classic at Humewood Golf Club in Gqeberha on Wednesday. The 51-year-old Brazilian, who has been based in South Africa for several decades, birdied the first two holes after starting on the back nine, and that proved to be the catalyst for a run of nine birdies to lead Gregg Upton, with a round of 66, by three strokes. James Kingston and Grant … [Read more...] about Da Silva shines through in maiden SA senior golf event
Prize Purse announced for 2023 Fedhealth Magalies Monster MTB Classic and Fedhealth Platinum Trail Run
Mountain bikers and trail runners taking part in the 2023 Fedhealth Magalies Monster MTB Classic and Fedhealth Platinum Trail Run on Saturday 03 and Sunday 04 June 2023 respectively will stand a chance to secure their share in the R52 000 combined Prize Purse. “We would like to offer mountain bikers and trail runners an added incentive to give their all at the Fedhealth Magalies Monster MTB Classic Marathon (+-65km) and Fedhealth Platinum Trail Run Long Route (+-24km) in 2023,” says Michael … [Read more...] about Prize Purse announced for 2023 Fedhealth Magalies Monster MTB Classic and Fedhealth Platinum Trail Run
Last chance to #WearTest PUMA’s newest range of running shoes before the 2023 Absa RYC CAPE TOWN 10K
With the 8th annual Absa RUN YOUR CITY CAPE TOWN 10K taking place this coming Sunday (14 May), Capetonians have one last chance to #WearTeast PUMA’s newest range of running shoes by signing up for the 5km PUMA NITRO DEMO RUN #5 that will take place at 17:30 at The Lookout, V&A Waterfront on Thursday 11 May 2023. “We can’t wait to welcome Cape Town’s running community to the PUMA NITRO DEMO RUN #5 on Thursday,” says Michael Meyer, Managing Director of Stillwater Sports and Founder of the Absa … [Read more...] about Last chance to #WearTest PUMA’s newest range of running shoes before the 2023 Absa RYC CAPE TOWN 10K
