Loskop Marathon 2026 – Race recap and results
Full Loskop recap: Jiyane dominates, Van Zyl goes back-to-back.
The Loskop Marathon once again delivered a standout day of endurance, grit and top-class performances across all distances.
Ultra (50km): Jiyane crowned ‘King of Loskop’
Charles Jiyane took the win in a spectacular race time of 2:50 with a controlled, front-running performance. He never looked rattled. Behind him, the field chased, but the gap held.
Women’s Ultra: Van Zyl backs it up
Irvette van Zyl went back-to-back, winning the women’s race by managing the route with endurance and finishing clear to defend her title.
Key results
50km Ultra – Men
- Charles Jiyane – 2:50
- Jeffrey Moabakwe
- Thulane Magagula
- Sikhumbuzo Seme
- Bongani Jele
50km Ultra – Women
- Irvette van Zyl
- Martinique Cronje
- Carol Smith
21km – Men
- Sibonginkosi Maseko
- Samuel Mathabatha
- Emmanuel Ramohlale
21km – Women
- Nomvula Sithole
- Nicolene Janse van Vuuren
- Wendy Msezane
10km – Men
- Thabiso Mashele
- Mahlatse Moimane
- July Ntuli
10km – Women
- Yasmeen Gani
- Dine-Marie van Heerden
- Claudette du Preez
From elites to weekend-warrior runners, the Loskop Marathon 2026 delivered its promises, with tough hills, rising heat, competitive racing and a community that supports.
Photos: Gerhard Rheeder / Tobie van den Berg



















