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The Running Mann: Beer Belly Blues
24 May 2023 — Being injured, I’ve had plenty of time to write about my favourite sport while enjoying my favourite beverage, and that’s why this column is on how my big, fat beer belly helps explain quarterly objectives – Stuart Mann… read more
In the Heart of the Karoo
19 May 2023 — The offer of an entry for the Run The Karoo Trail Run in the Eastern Cape came at just the right time, and a weekend away with a terrific bunch of running peeps sounded just like what the doctor ordered. – By Kim Stephens… read more
Dream Still Burning Bright
19 May 2023 — He took up long distance running at 36, then learnt to swim and ride a bike at 44, and now inspirational Gqeberha petrol pump attendant Kura Mazongo has finished his third IRONMAN. – By Siya Ndzimande with Sean Falconer… read more
The Wildest Wettest Run
19 May 2023 — Three days of running on the Wild Coast are food for the soul, but the weather gods can add a few challenges and create quite the adventure, as we found out during the RB Africa Wild Coast Challenge. – By Jocelyn Gilfillan… read more
Four in a Row for Gerda, and Givemore Catches the Big Fish!
21 April 2023 — While Givemore Mudzinganyama landed ‘the big fish’ to win the men’s title at the 2023 edition of the Totalsports Two Oceans 56km Ultra Marathon, the women’s race was once again a triumph for Gerda Steyn, who raced to a second consecutive course record, …… read more
Rethink Your Bucket List
6 April 2023 — I believe in having goals, and working towards them, but some ‘bucket list’ goals end up steering you on a path that can take the enjoyment away, and make it, well, hard work. – By Roxanne Martin… read more
Wayde is Back!
2 April 2023 — Wayde van Niekerk proved he’s well on the way back to his finest form, running the fastest time since his career-threatening 2017 injury to claim the national 400m title at the SA Track and Field Championships in Potchefstroom on Saturday, and providin …… read more
Wet Second Day Dampens SA Champs
2 April 2023 — Day two of the SA Track and Field Championships in Potchefstroom came to a soggy end as persistent rain meant numerous events had to be postponed until Saturday, but there were still some highlights worth mentioning. – BY KARIEN JONCKHEERE In spite of …… read more
Confident Simbine Retains SA Crown
31 March 2023 — An exciting first day of action at the ASA Senior Track and Field Championships in Potchefstroom saw sprinter Akani Simbine claim a fifth national title in the men’s 100m, while there were also repeat wins for other SA stars. – BY KARIEN JONCKHEERE Aka …… read more
Well Done, Dok!
24 March 2023 — During the recent Johnson Crane Half Marathon in Joburg, 80-year-old Dr Reinie ‘Dok’ Mornet achieved the remarkable feat of completing his 600th half marathon! – By Sean Falconer… read more