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Saturday, June 7, 2025

Tete Dijana prepares for a hat-trick at the Comrades Marathon

The Nedbank Running Club athlete who registered back-to-back victories in 2022 and 2023 has made a remarkable turnaround in the past fortnight to arrive in KwaZulu-Natal his confident and poster-boy self with a special hair-cut for the race as usual.

Matshelane Mamabolo|Published

Gerda Steyn favoured to win the Comrades Marathon, but the men's race remains unpredictable

Gerda Steyn is the clear favourite for the women's race at the Comrades Marathon, but the men's race is wide open with several contenders, including defending champion Morena Tete Dijana and foreign rookie Guillaume Ruel. "

Matshelane Mamabolo|Published

Dijana vs Wiersma: The battle for Comrades Marathon glory

The battle lines have been drawn. Who will reign supreme? Dijana or Wiersma? Or will the winner come out of left field in the men’s race?

Matshelane Mamabolo|Published

Hamlett looking to add to his galaxy of Comrades champions

John Hamlett, a former South African Defence Colonel, is training a new generation of athletes for the iconic Comrades Marathon, as they chase their dreams of glory in this ultimate test of endurance

Matshelane Mamabolo|Published

Watch VideoChasing dreams: Joseph Manyedi’s journey to the Comrades Marathon podium

Joseph Manyedi, a seasoned runner from the Maxed Elite Running Club, is set to compete in the 2025 Comrades Marathon, aiming for a podium finish after his impressive fourth place last year. With a focus on endurance and speed, Manyedi shares insights into his training and aspirations for the prestigious race.

Rowan Callaghan|Published

Watch VideoCan Zakithi Nene bounce back at the Kip Keino Classic after Diamond League blip?

South African 400m star Zakithi Nene looks to reclaim his form at the Kip Keino Classic in Nairobi after a close finish at the Diamond League

Rowan Callaghan|Published

Controversy surrounds ASA Presidential Elections amid candidate withdrawals

As Athletics South Africa prepares for its presidential elections, controversy brews with candidate withdrawals and allegations of manipulation, raising questions about the legitimacy of the event.

Matshelane Mamabolo|Published

Watch VideoI promise, no more false starts, says Bayanda Walaza after South Africa’s gold rush at World Relays

Bayanda Walaza, a rising star in South African athletics, continues to impress with his gold medal performance at the World Relay Championships in China, contributing to the team's remarkable success.

Obakeng Meletse|Published

After SA record, Elroy Gelant aims for even quicker time to chase world champs medal

Elroy Gelant’s recent run at the Hamburg Marathon catapulted him into national hero status, and ensured that his legacy will outlive him.

Matshelane Mamabolo|Published