Mosibodi Whitehead
'It's good to be back' - Viljoen to end fruitful SA road running season at Thembisa Mile
After setting two 10km personal bests in a month, Carina Viljoen is beginning to make a name for herself as a promising 10km athlete....
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Mosibodi Whitehead
Oct 242 min read
Destination Race: Letsgo Potch Marathon boasts top runners, great vibe and unique small-town atmosphere
As the the country's bigger Athletics South Africa (ASA) federations situated in South Africa’s metropolitan areas battle to find space...
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Lebohang Pita
Oct 232 min read
'I want to win my category' - Shot Putter Liane Snooker targets glory at ASA Sub-Youth Champs in December
Young shot putter Liane Snooker spun powerfully and let out a scream as she fired her final throw in the U13 girls’ Shot Put at the...
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Thathe Msimango
Oct 223 min read
'I still don't believe it' - Mofokeng praises Gelant & Potch Track Club after massive PB and top 10 at Cape Town Marathon
On Sunday 20 October, South African athletics lovers witnessed some breath taking performances during the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon. The...
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Mosibodi Whitehead
Oct 223 min read
'Our target was the SA Record' - Xaba's pacemaker Benedict Moeng tells us how they smashed the Cape Town Marathon
As the plaudits continue to pour in after her historic win during Sunday's (20 October) Sanlam Cape Town Marathon, Glenrose Xaba has been...
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Mosibodi Whitehead
Oct 192 min read
'Comrades teaches you about yourself' - Makhi takes home Spirit of Comrades Award for Sub-Halala Bus
Revered around the world as the biggest, oldest and most famous ultramarathon, the Comrades Marathon is also loved for being a pioneer in...
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Thathe Msimango
Oct 182 min read
'I'll be happy with any time since it's my debut' - Xaba targets top 5 at Sanlam Cape Town Marathon
With the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon scheduled to take place this weekend, all eyes are on Glenrose Xaba to see how her much anticipated...
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Mosibodi Whitehead
Oct 182 min read
'The course is challenging' - The Diepkloof Half Marathon: essential training for the Soweto Marathon
Billed as the perfect preparation for the Soweto Marathon, the Diepkloof Half Marathon is one of the oldest township races in South...
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Thathe Msimango
Oct 173 min read
'I'm excited to see how we can work together' - Cian Oldknow targets top 5 at Sanlam Cape Town Marathon
After an incredible year during which she produced 2:25:08 on debut at the Sevilla Marathon 2024, Cian Oldknow has set her sights on...
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Lebohang Pita
Oct 162 min read
'I hope for a podium at nationals' - Mieke van der Merwe looks for a fourth national age-group title
Hurdler Mieke van der Merwe's down to earth attitude and insatiable desire for improvement are just some of the attributes that could...
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Mosibodi Whitehead
Oct 152 min read
Olympic medals & world records - The man behind the Curro sprint success Thabo Matebedi shares the secret to his success
In the race to be named 2024 Athletics South Africa (ASA) coach of the year award, Thabo Matebedi is streaks ahead of many of his...
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Mosibodi Whitehead
Oct 133 min read
'I had some doubts' - Mashele celebrates birthday with victory and fastest 5km time on SA Soil at Boxer Super Run
During a season in which he managed just one podium finish in five Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series races and abandoned his hopes of Olympic...
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Thathe Msimango
Oct 133 min read
Mokoka and Oldknow win big as Hollywood announce new partnership to help top runners improve their skills
Multiple SA champion Stephen Mokoka was named Hollywood Athletics Club national male athlete of the year at a glittering the awards...
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Mosibodi Whitehead
Oct 112 min read
'My goal is to defend my title' - Mashele ready for Boxer Super Run in clash against Gelant and Mulaudzi
Boxer Athletics Club top runner Precious Mashele, is ready to defend his Boxer Super Run title on Sunday (13 October 2024). In 2023...
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Thathe Msimango
Oct 102 min read
'Mokoka has shared valuable tips' - Milton Kekana out for PB at Sanlam Cape Town Marathon
Xcel Running Club top runner Milton Kekana is confident that he will be able to run a new personal best when he tackles the Sanlam Cape...
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Lebohang Pita
Oct 92 min read
'It started with throwing stones' - Rising javelin star Luan Wohlfarht eyes success at ASA Sub-youth champs
"I will be happy for any place on the podium," says young javelin thrower after smashing his personal best at the Germiston Stadium....
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Mosibodi Whitehead
Oct 82 min read
'I still have room for improvement' - Gerda Steyn tackles Boxer Super Run 5km as she trains for fast year-end marathon
Despite having enjoyed a successful 2024 season during which she donned the green and gold at her second Olympic Games, break the...
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Mmalerato Nonyane
Oct 62 min read
Xaba clinches SPAR Grand Prix in style
Glenrose Xaba wrapped up the SPAR Grand Prix with a resounding performance. Not only did Xaba win the Joburg leg of the popular 10km...
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Thathe Msimango
Oct 32 min read
'People had written me off' - Sosibo targets SPAR JOBURG podium after top run at HOLLYWOODBETS DURBAN 10K
South African road running starlet Cacisile Sosibo is in confident mood after her impressive performance during the HOLLYWOOD DURBAN 10KM...
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Lebohang Pita
Oct 22 min read
'I want to win double gold again' - U9 sprinter Mieke van Wyk gearing up to defend national Sub-Youth title
After winning the U7 60m and 80m national titles at last year’s Athletics South Africa (ASA) Sub-youth Interprovincial Championships in...
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