From 16 to 30:50: Tayla Kavanagh makes history
4 October 2026 — By Adnaan Mohamed At 16, Tayla Kavanagh began her journey over 10km. Nine years later, the South African star has stormed through the 31-minute barrier, turning a teenage running chapter into a history-making triumph. Every great running story begins s …… read more
PUMA X SAYSKY Get Back To Business With A Collection For Runners Who Never Clock Out
19 August 2026 — PUMA and Copenhagen-based running brand SAYSKY unveil Back to Business, the final chapter of their collaboration, rooted in the mindset of runners who carry their passion for the sport into every part of their day.For runners, the next mile is never fa …… read more
The Purple Speedos Return: Hollard Daredevil Run 2026
19 August 2026 — It’s the one day of the year when thousands of South African men proudly swap formal work wear for purple speedos, all in the name of saving lives.The 2026 Hollard Daredevil Run is taking place on Friday, 23 October and entries are now open.Over the pa …… read more
More than a race: The road knows why you’re here
9 June 2026 — Six Comrades runners. Six deeply personal motivations that go beyond the raceThere is a moment, somewhere around the 60km mark, when the Comrades Marathon stops being a race. The legs begin to resist. The maths of time and distance turns unforgiving. A …… read more
Team South Africa secure double silver as records tumble in Gaborone
3 May 2026 — Picture credit: Anton Geyser Team South Africa will leave Botswana with two silver medals, US$40,000 in prize money and three new national records after the World Relays came to an end in Gaborone on Sunday. The fierce rivalry between the host nation a …… read more
History for Matt and Tristan, First Cape Epic Title for Candice
26 March 2026 — Matt Beers and Tristan Nortje made history on Sunday by becoming the first all-South African team to win the Absa Cape Epic after a dramatic final stage in Stellenbosch. Starting the day just 13 seconds behind overnight leaders Luca and Simone, the Toy …… read more
Puma Athlete Mondo Duplantis Sets His Fifteenth Pole Vault World Record
13 March 2026 — PUMA athlete Mondo Duplantis has once again redefined the limits of the pole vault, soaring to a breathtaking 6.31m world record at the 2026 Mondo Classic, the highest jump ever recorded in the history of the sport.In front of an electric home crowd, a …… read more
New Balance 1080v15: Advanced Technology Meets Maximum Comfort
9 February 2026 — Advanced Technology Meets Sophisticated DesignThe 1080v15 represents a significant leap forward in running shoe innovation. This isn’t simply an incremental update—it’s a comprehensive reimagining of what a high-performance daily trainer can deliver. C …… read more
Pieter Coetze breaks 50m backstroke World Record
12 October 2026 — By Adnaan Mohamed South African swimming sensation Pieter Coetze has officially entered the record books, slicing through the water to shatter the men’s 50m backstroke world record in Tashkent on Friday with a blistering 22.09 seconds. The 22-year-old’ …… read more
Dayimani’s Diamond shines bright in Springbok shop window
11 October 2026 — By Adnaan Mohamed Hacjivah Dayimani is making a compelling case for greater recognition after back-to-back Man of the Match performances for the Stormers. The loose forward scored twice in the 39-22 URC derby victory over the Sharks, showcasing his gro …… read more
38 Springboks, Two URC Derbies, One Massive Saturday
9 October 2026 — By Adnaan Mohamed South African rugby is rolling out the heavy artillery on Saturday, with 38 Springboks spread across two United Rugby Championship derbies promising a feast of collisions, bruising set pieces and simmering provincial pride. The Storme …… read more
Haashim Pead: Stormers boss sees Antoine Dupont potential
7 October 2026 — By Adnaan Mohamed CAPE TOWN – Haashim Pead has barely pulled on a DHL Stormers jersey and already John Dobson has placed an intriguing name alongside his: Antoine Dupont. The 21-year-old Bo-Kaap scrumhalf is set to make his Stormers debut from the repl …… read more
Mphahlele returns to defend Boxer Super Run Durban title
5 October 2026 — By Adnaan Mohamed Ryan Mphahlele will defend his Boxer Super Run Durban 5km title on 18 October knowing he is not at the fitness level that powered him to victory a year ago. The Tembisa-based runner won both Durban and Johannesburg in 2025, but says t …… read more
Glenrose makes history, then finds her grandmother
4 October 2026 — By Adnaan Mohamed JOHANNESBURG – “Something must be done about the horrific levels of gender-based violence in South Africa.” Gerda Steyn’s powerful words set the tone for the final SPAR Women’s Grand Prix race in Johannesburg on Sunday, where thousand …… read more
Silence, GBV Solidarity at SPAR Women’s finale in Jozi
3 October 2026 — By Adnaan Mohamed There will be a moment of silence before the first footsteps echo through Marks Park on Sunday, but once the gun goes, there will be no room for silence in the battle for the 2026 SPAR Women’s Grand Prix crown. A sold-out field of 15 …… read more
Fynbos Money and SkyRun join forces to back the long game
1 October 2026 — South African money platform becomes presenting sponsor of SkyRun as iconic mountain race celebrates 30 years of endurance There are some things that cannot be rushed. Building financial security takes time. So does preparing to run 100 kilometres thro …… read more
Nedbank Gravel Burn and Open Cycles Brand Collab Announced – Limited Edition Open WIDE 2.0
1 October 2026 — Nedbank Gravel Burn has partnered with pioneering bike company Open Cycles to create a Limited Edition Nedbank Gravel Burn x Open WIDE 2.0 bike package. Born out of a longtime friendship between respective founders, this collaboration represents their …… read more
Force USA Launches Partnership with Sportsmans Warehouse
1 October 2026 — The global fitness brand brings its All-In-One trainers and wider strength, cardio and conditioning range to South Africa, giving consumers more options for training at home.Expanding Access to Quality Home Gym EquipmentForce USA, a fitness brand built …… read more