EXCITEMENT is building ahead of the Absa RUN YOUR CITY DURBAN 10K on Sunday, July 12.

This year’s race will attract a world-class men’s field that will take on distance running superstar Joshua Cheptegei.

The Ugandan is a multiple Olympic and World Champion, and current world record holder over both 5000m and 10 000m distances.

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The Kenyan duo of Felix Masai and Gilbert Kiprotich lead the East African challenge, while Lesotho’s national record holder Kamohelo Mofolo is guaranteed to ensure relentless pressure from the outset.
South Africa’s national standout, Kabelo Mulaudzi, will further strengthen the world-class field set to deliver a thrilling showdown on Durban’s fast and scenic course.

Adding more talent to the men’s elite field, Cheptegei will be joined by his Ugandan training partner, Emanuel Kibet.

According to Masai, racing against Cheptegei is a huge honour.

“He is one of the greatest distance runners of all time, and competing alongside him raises the level of the entire field. My race target is to give my best. I like competing in South Africa,” admits Masai who won the Totalsports Two Oceans Half Marathon in April.

Kiprotich acknowledges both the magnitude of the occasion and the historic possibility that lies ahead.

“I’m feeling well after the Lisbon Half Marathon. I took some time to recover before shifting my focus to preparing for racing in South Africa. Looking back to the Half Marathon, where I recorded a 10km split of 27:01, and considering how the second half of the race unfolded, I believe I am capable of running comfortably under 27:00 in Durban.

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“We are hoping for favourable weather conditions and strong pacing on race day. I feel inspired by the opportunity to race against Joshua Cheptegei. He is a world-class athlete, and competing alongside him will provide valuable experience and contribute significantly to my development as a professional athlete.”

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