The African Bank Soweto Marathon is no ordinary race. It is dubbed ‘The People’s Race’ because it has a special place in the hearts of many. People from all walks of life come together with the same thing in mind – RUN!
A few Vryheid Athletic Club runners took part in this much-loved marathon over the weekend.
The results are as follows:
10km:
Buyisiwe Kunene – 1:06:01;
Bongiwe Zulu – 1:12:05;
Lindelwe Shongwe – 1:31:07;
Silindile Zungu – 1:32:42.
21km:
Simphiwe Maseko – 2:32:33;
Simon Domingos – 2:53:38.
While the Soweto Marathon was well-represented by Vryheid runners, another group made their way to Mpumalanga to participate in the Kaapsehoop 3-in-1 Marathon. This race, known for its fast downhill route, starts in Kaapsehoop and ends at the Mbombela Stadium. It offers runners a unique opportunity to achieve personal best times while enjoying the scenic beauty of Mpumalanga.
The results are as follows:
42km:
Michelle Baeta – 04:24:57;
Lourens de Beer – 03:44:30;
Andrea de Beer – 04:10:23;
PJ du Toit – 03:54:42;
Duvan Grobbelaar – 04:47:22;
Ruzelle Grobbelaar – 04:34:27;
Samantha Johannes – 03:58:36;
Christa Lombard – 05:23:15;
Hlobe Madida – 03:32:47;
Siyanda Mncube – 04:36:45;
Carla Muller – 03:51:24;
Elizma Nortjé – 04:38:05;
Jeanine Theron – 03:51:17.
Ané Theunissen – 05:30:01;
Amanda Vergottini – 03:59:09;
Bianca Vosloo – 04:47:23;
Paula Small – 04:31:41.
21km:
Michael Bhengu – 02:14:39;
Mandla Mnisi – 1:31:57.

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