Fourways resident beats the odds to complete prestigious RAC Tough One Challenge
Vincent Manzere credits his club and family for their unwavering support, which has enabled him to pursue his dreams in the running world.
Running has become an integral part of Vincent Manzere’s life, a daily ritual that clears his mind and fuels his body.
As a resident of Fourways, Manzere has found solace in the suburb’s scenic routes and trails, using his daily runs as an opportunity to connect with nature and challenge himself.
He said at first, he was mainly running for fun but later chose to do it professionally after he joined the Fourways Road Runners Club.
“Some lady saw me training and then asked if I was running for a marathon, I said no and she encouraged me to join the running club and their parkruns. I couldn’t say no because I love running.”
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Manzere (48) who is originally from Venda Tshakhuma has been a member of the club since 2017 and appreciated everything the club has done for him.
“They provide running shoes and accommodation for when I run the Comrades Marathon. I appreciate this so much because I love the sport and having a club that cares makes my dreams come true.” Manzere added he was proud of completing four Comrades.
He also recently achieved a notable milestone, completing the prestigious 50th Edition of The Rand Athletic Club Tough One 32km challenge in an impressive time of 2:38:59. The father of three said his biggest supporters were his family and the members of the club. “I really would not be where I am today if it was not for my club.”
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