Loyal SPAR participant wins a car
This year was extra special for one SPAR Women's Race Challenge participant: it marked her 10th race and she won a car.
Dreams came true on October 29 at Hyundai Centurion when Pauline Mathebula was handed the keys to a brand-new Hyundai Exter, courtesy of the SPAR Women’s Challenge Tshwane.
Mathebula’s race number was drawn from an impressive pool of 17 500 participants who took part in this year’s SPAR Women’s Challenge Tshwane.
The timing couldn’t have been more special. This year marked her 10th race taking part in the iconic event, known for its spirit of community, fitness, and female empowerment.
“The SPAR Women’s Challenge has been a part of my life for so many years, but this one will always be unforgettable,” said an emotional Mathebula. “This is my first ever brand-new car, and the day they called out my name, my entire life changed. I am a working mom of toddler twins, and this car will not only make life easier but will definitely change it for the better. Thank you, SPAR.”
The vibrant red Hyundai Exter – affectionately described by the SPAR team as ‘quirky and full of personality’ – represents more than just a prize; it embodies the joy, empowerment, and shared community spirit that the SPAR Women’s Challenge continues to inspire year after year.
Retha Ingenbleek, sponsorship controller at SPAR North Rand, congratulated the winner and reflected on the ongoing impact of the event.
“The SPAR Women’s Challenge Tshwane is about celebrating women – their strength, resilience, and the power of community. Pauline’s story is exactly what this event is all about: perseverance, positivity, and the beautiful moments that come from showing up year after year. We’re thrilled to see her drive off in this amazing prize and wish her many safe, happy kilometres ahead.”
The SPAR Women’s Challenge Tshwane, hosted annually at the SuperSport Park in Centurion, remains one of South Africa’s most beloved women’s road races. Beyond fitness and fun, the event continues to champion causes that empower women and uplift communities, further cementing SPAR’s role as a brand that inspires people to do and be more.
