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Ipeleng Khunou: The Man They Call ‘Crazy Legs’
17 April 2025 — We get to know the man behind the name, Crazy Legs, our March cover star Ipeleng Khunou. Born with a condition that affected his mobility, from a young age Ipeleng has always had the attitude of never say never. Our Roving Cow Richard Laskey met him a …… read more
Izitebele, Bringing Runners Home
17 April 2025 — A social running crew based in Durban, Izitebele is a crew that believes you should never run alone. Founded in 2021 post the COVID pandemic as a space for runners to train together, it started with four but has grown to over 150 dedicated members. We …… read more
Christopher-Luke Peers: The Man Who Refused to Be Stopped
17 April 2025 — Christopher-Luke Peers had a severe stroke in 2023, waking up with half his body paralysed, he thought his life was over. But with a quiet determination, he came back, learning to walk, speak, and even how to use a spoon. Fast forward a year, Christoph …… read more
How Support Drives South Africa’s Marathon Queen, Gerda Steyn
17 April 2025 — adidas is excited to announce the release of the first episode of their brand campaign, ‘Plus One Effect’. The six-part series explores the stories of distinguished athletes and the vital role of their ‘Plus Ones’, the supporters who shaped their journ …… read more
Erin Lazarus My life, My way
16 April 2025 — Last month we ran a feature on Erin losing her leg to lupus, and her inspirational entry into running. Speaking to Erin afterwards we realised there was a lot more to tell, and the best way to do that is to give Erin her own column. So expect more insp …… read more
Deadly Dozen Joburg
10 April 2025 — Hey Athletes… fancy putting that endurance to the test in a whole new way?Introducing: Deadly Dozen. South Africa’s exciting new fitness racing event is heading to Johannesburg on Saturday, 3 May 2025, at the Ruimsig Athletic Stadium — and trust us, yo …… read more
Top SA Track & Field Schools Gear Up for Nationals
10 April 2025 — The inaugural Track+Field series is expected to close in spectacular fashion this week when the National Final is held at the University of Johannesburg Athletics Stadium on Thursday and Friday.The memorable opening campaign saw over 4 100 athletes fro …… read more
Rory on the Run
2 April 2025 — Champions, Rory has an important message for all of you, we have all done it, run that race we shouldn’t for one reason or another. His story serves as a warning to all of you, as much as you think you can, sometimes you shouldn’t.… read more
Akani Simbine storms to world indoor champs bronze
22 March 2025 — Akani Simbine finally has an individual medal from a major championship. That’s after the 31-year-old stormed to third place in the 60m final at the World Athletics Indoor Championships in Nanjing, China on Friday. The Pretoria sprinter was, of c …… read more
Record-breaking teens shine at Joburg Grand Prix
20 March 2025 — Sprint sensation Bayanda Walaza was the star of the show at the second ASA Grand Prix meet of the season at the University of Johannesburg on Wednesday night with rising hurdles star Tumi Ramokgopa also in record-breaking form. After becoming the first …… read more