Although it was hot from early on, runners managed to complete the race strong. The Mayor’s Race was presented for the first time in nine years. The winner of the men’s 10 km race was Sfiso Ngcobo of Mbombela Athletics Club with a time of 31:30, followed by Isaack Moshia of Nedbank Club with a time of 31:37, and Ronny Mabotja of Lebowakgomo SAPS.

Renoldar Manthosi of SAPS won the 10km women’s race. She was followed by Vhugalo Netshitenzhe of MRP Sport in second place and the third place was taken by Shalati Ngobeni from Xihoko Sports Club. Rufus Photo won the men’s 21km race and in second place was Ludwick Mamabolo.

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Mamabolo critisised the lack of water at the water points during the race. Silindile Chili from Nedbank won the women’s 21km race and was equally upset by the lack of water at the water points. “It is challenging to run in hot weather without water, I looked for water everywhere and could not find anything, next time they should improve on that because it is draining for runners.”

Despite the water challenges, the runners enjoyed themselves, including a 2km fun run with youngsters dominating the event. The race was followed by other sporting activities including netball and soccer.