The 49th edition of the aQuellé Midmar Mile on Sunday, 13 February 2022 crowned two first-time champions on Sunday as Stephanie Houtman and Connor Buck emerged victorious in the elite races.Just a week ago, Houtman wasn’t even planning to compete but made the last-minute decision to head to the famous KwaZulu-Natal dam for the event. It was Tory Earle who took an early lead in the women’s race, reaching the 400m and halfway points in front. But Houtman steadily worked her way to the front by the … [Read more...] about Maiden Midmar Victories
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Gorzelany triple lifts Leonas over Red Panthers
Results sided with World rankings down in Potchestfstroom, South Africa with convincing victories for the Netherlands and India. Harmanpreet Singh buried four goals from specialty plays to lift India 10-2 over the hosts, despite a gutsy opening half where South Africa only trailed 3-1. The Dutch were also kept at bay in their match up against the recently impressive French side and it wasn’t until the third quarter that their scoring cylinders started firing. Captain Thierry Brinkman’s composure … [Read more...] about Gorzelany triple lifts Leonas over Red Panthers
Unmissable Sports Events to Look Forward to In 2022
Republish for Free Republish This Story Republish our articles for free, online or in print, under a Creative Commons license. Sports are more than a competition. They are a testament to human ability. For loyal viewers, it’s about the excitement, the drama, and the moments of unexpected triumph. Whether we’re rooting for our national team, a tournament underdog, or a fan-favourite athlete, sporting events bring people together to share in an experience that brings our emotions to … [Read more...] about Unmissable Sports Events to Look Forward to In 2022
Three changes to DHL Stormers backline
There are three changes to the DHL Stormers backline for their Vodacom United Rugby Championship encounter with the Emirates Lions in Johannesburg on Saturday.The DHL Stormers will be looking to stretch their unbeaten start to 2022 to four games, when they run out at Emirates Airline Park at 15h00 on Saturday. The forward pack that did duty in the 20-10 victory against the Cell C Sharks at DHL Stadium last week will start again, with lock David Meihuizen coming onto the replacements … [Read more...] about Three changes to DHL Stormers backline
Bumper Crop of Elite Athletes to Descend on Gqeberha
After an amazing first edition of the Nedbank Runified Breaking Barriers 50km which saw both men’s and women’s 50km world records and numerous age group world bests set last year, this year’s event on 6 March is set to continue in record breaking form with one of the most competitive fields on South African soil. This year’s event returns to Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality where athletes will complete the flat and fast 10 km loop five times in their quest to break the existing 50 km world … [Read more...] about Bumper Crop of Elite Athletes to Descend on Gqeberha
T20 Lay Day
Today is the first rest day for teams taking part in the CSA T20 Challenge 2022. The public are allowed entry to the St Georges Park Stadium upon presentation of a valid vaccination certificate and payment of the appropriate entrance fee – only 2000 in total may enter.The CSA T20 Challenge was in full swing yesterday with more nail-biting finishes and the first bonus point of the tournament. The North West Dragons took on the ITEC Knights in the first match of the day, with the Dragons winning … [Read more...] about T20 Lay Day
All Vodacom URC roads lead north this weekend
All eyes will be on Gauteng this Saturday as the four South African teams in the Vodacom United Rugby Championship set their sights squarely on climbing up the standings as they take the field in their fourth consecutive round of derbies.The Emirates Lions will host the DHL Stormers in Johannesburg at 15h00, while the Vodacom Bulls host the Cell C Sharks in Pretoria at 17h05. The South African franchises have the luxury of a game or two in hand against most of their rivals, and victories for the … [Read more...] about All Vodacom URC roads lead north this weekend
Tory Earle and Samantha Randle eager to step up
Both Tory Earle and Samantha Randle have edged closer to taking the aQuellé Midmar Mile title in recent years, so both will be eager to go one step further in the women’s elite race on Sunday.Earle finished second to Olympian Michelle Weber in the 2021 event and has switched up her training since moving from Durban to Pretoria where she’s studying chemical engineering. “This year my training has been a little different because I recently moved to TUKS and have been training under Rocco Meiring … [Read more...] about Tory Earle and Samantha Randle eager to step up
11-1: Which side of that result was SA on?
Both the Netherlands and India men’s teams gave masterclasses in their particular styles of hockey in the first of a series of FIH Hockey Pro League matches taking place in Potchefstroom, South Africa. India tormented France with their free running and swift changes in the direction of attack, while the Dutch were the epitome of elegant, clinical and relentless hockey as they contained and then overwhelmed the ambitions of South Africa.The national men’s team of India men hit the ground running … [Read more...] about 11-1: Which side of that result was SA on?
He is Back – Kura Mazongo to Tackle Second Ironman
Following his remarkable feat last year, Kura Mazongo, will be back again to take on the IRONMAN African Championship triathlon event on Sunday, 3 April 2022 in Nelson Mandela Bay. The 46 year-old local Engen petrol attendant inspired many last year when he defied all odds by overcoming financial barriers and lack of sporting resources to achieve his dream of finishing an IRONMAN, completing it in a time of 14:01:44; a race that was described as one of the toughest as athletes had to contend … [Read more...] about He is Back – Kura Mazongo to Tackle Second Ironman
Two-time champion back to defend Midmar title
Two-time defending aQuellé Midmar Mile champion Michael McGlynn has confirmed he will be gunning for a third straight title this weekend.McGlynn powered to a second consecutive title in 2021 before qualifying for the Olympic Games and finishing an impressive eighth in the 10km open water event in Tokyo. This year hasn’t quite gone according to plan, but the Durban swimmer is still determined to put in a good showing in the men’s elite race. “I started the new year with Covid and a chest injury, … [Read more...] about Two-time champion back to defend Midmar title
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with the Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series’ ‘The LOVE for Running 5K’ Strava Challenge!
Something else from MyGqeberhaAssistant Springbok Coach, Deon Davids, takes questions from the Media ahead of the Springboks first test against Georgia on Friday. In the lead-up to the 2019 Rugby Championship opener in Johannesburg, Davids was spotted at a Springbok training session wearing a team tracksuit and chatting with the other coaches. Erasmus played down speculation at the time, stating that Davids had joined the session as ‘an observer’. Following the 2019 Rugby World Cup, SA Rugby … [Read more...] about Celebrate Valentine’s Day with the Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series’ ‘The LOVE for Running 5K’ Strava Challenge!
Springbok Women wrap up camp with change of scenery
Listen to Nolusindiso Booi here: The first Springbok Women’s camp of the 2022 season, which will culminate in the Rugby World Cup in New Zealand in October, concluded on Friday with a beach activation and mountain run at Muizenberg and St. James, something captain Nolusindiso Booi feels was a strong finish to their week-long effort. The squad participated in mountain trail runs in Stellenbosch, played touch rugby on the beach in Strand and went about the Surfer’s Corner in Muizenberg and scenic … [Read more...] about Springbok Women wrap up camp with change of scenery
Spain hit for six by England
The Estadio Betero in Valencia provided the perfect conditions for two FIH Hockey Pro League matches featuring the host nation Spain as they took on the challenge of FIH Hockey Pro League newcomers England men and the mighty force of the Netherlands women in the first of two matches in the respective men’s and women’s leagues to be hosted in the Spanish city. Valencia proved a fruitful hunting ground for the visiting sides as first England men showed pace and imagination to outperform their … [Read more...] about Spain hit for six by England
4 Weeks ‘Rest’ for Craig Gilroy
The disciplinary process for Craig Gilroy of Ulster Rugby has been completed, resulting in a ban of four weeks.Gilroy had been cited for an incident that occurred in the 22nd minute of the United Rugby Championship Round 11 fixture at Kingspan Stadium against Scarlets on Friday, January 28. The Citing Commissioner in charge had made a complaint about an act of foul play by Gilroy (No 14) against opponent Thomas Rogers (No 14). The Player received a yellow card and had been cited under Law 9.13 … [Read more...] about 4 Weeks ‘Rest’ for Craig Gilroy
