By Adnaan Mohamed
The “world’s most beautiful marathon” the Totalsports Two Oceans Marathon (TTOM) will once again take over the Mother City on 11 and 12 April 2026, with ballot entries opening for Blue Number Club (BNC) Members from 15 September 2025.
BNC MEMBERS CAN ENTER HERE FROM 15 SEPTEMBER:
For the Interim Board, the coming edition of the TTOM is about more than simply sending runners around the Peninsula.
“The 2026 edition of the Totalsports Two Oceans Marathon will not only celebrate TTOM’s rich legacy but also set new benchmarks for excellence and inclusivity,” explains interim chairperson Chris Goldschmidt.
“We know this event holds a special place in many runners’ hearts and are therefore committed to elevating the race experience to new heights, ensuring that every runner, whether seasoned or first-time, feels part of something truly remarkable.”
That legacy runs deep. For more than half a century, the Two Oceans has been a celebration. It’s a race that can break quads but lift spirits sky-high.
Stillwater Sports managing director Michael Meyer calls it part of South Africa’s sporting DNA.
“For over half a century, it has tested endurance, united runners from across the globe, and become part of South Africa’s sporting soul,” he says.
For Meyer, taking over as staging and commercial partner brings responsibility as much as pride.
“We are humbled to step into this role, with a responsibility to honour its legacy while building an even brighter future.
“Our commitment is to put runners at the heart of everything we do, deliver value to our sponsors, showcase Cape Town’s unrivalled beauty, and drive meaningful impact.
“We are especially grateful to the City of Cape Town, whose passion and support allow the Two Oceans Marathon to flourish as the world’s most beautiful race.
To every runner, supporter, partner, and citizen of Cape Town: Thank you for being part of this story. Together, we can honour the past, celebrate the present, and stride confidently into the future.”*
For title sponsor Totalsports, the race mirrors the very essence of running, heart, courage and community.
Jonathan Stein, Head of Business at Totalsports, says: “It is a privilege to welcome every runner to the Totalsports Two Oceans Marathon. Known as The World’s Most Beautiful Marathon, this event is more than a race. It is a celebration of endurance, passion, and the unshakable spirit of the running community.
Crossing the start line takes courage, but it is the commitment, discipline, and countless hours of preparation that bring you here today.
Whether this is your first Two Oceans or your fifteenth, you are part of something remarkable, a community united by the love of running and the pursuit of personal goals.
“At Totalsports, we believe that the greatest runs are not measured only in distance or time, but in heart. As you take on every hill, every bend, and every breathtaking view, know that you are running with heart, and that is what makes this marathon so special. On behalf of Totalsports, I wish you a memorable race and an unforgettable journey.”
When race weekend arrives, the city will once again throb with energy, flooding the streets with pounding feet echoing off the mountain, and stories unfolding with every kilometre.
Some will chase records, others redemption. All will chase the horizon, running where two oceans meet, on the most beautiful stage the marathon world has to offer.
Race Day Details
- Ultra Marathon (56km): Saturday, 11 April 2026 | Start: Newlands | Finish: UCT Rugby Fields | Cut-off: 7 hours | Entry: SA Licensed R840 | Rest of Africa R1030 | International R3080
- Half Marathon (21.1km): Sunday, 12 April 2026 | Start: Newlands | Finish: UCT Rugby Fields | Cut-off: 3h30 | Entry: SA Licensed R450 | SA Unlicensed R525 (incl. temp licence) | Rest of Africa R830 | International R2160
New for 2026: every Ultra and Half Marathon entrant will receive an exclusive event T-shirt as part of their entry.
Ballot Timeline:
- Blue Number Club: 15 Sep – 31 Oct 2025
- Ultra Applications: 17–24 Sep 2025
- Half Applications: 18–25 Sep 2025
- Draw Announcements & Payments: 25–31 Oct 2025
- International & Rest of Africa: from 1 Oct 2025
More info: twooceansmarathon.org.za
