POLOKWANE – Local athletics club, Mzansi and Pietersburg Road Runners are backing Rufus Photo for a win in this year’s Comrades Marathon which will be held in Durban on June 9.
Photo finished last year’s event in the fifth position and has consistently been doing well in previous races. He will be part of a contingent of runners who will represent the province at the biggest marathon in the world.
Colinda Potgieter, chairperson of Pietersburg Road Runners said Rufus has been impressive in the previous Comrades marathons.
“Rufus ran with us in previous years and won Comrades Marathon medals. We are rooting for him to win the overall race.”
Richard Bilisii, chairperson of the Mzansi Athletics Club said runners from various athletic clubs in the province believe Rufus stands a good chance of winning the race.
“He has been consistent in previous years. He finished most of the Comrades marathons in the top five and has what it takes to win the race. He looks fit and sharp and as the club, we are rooting for him to bring the trophy.”
Photo who will be running his ninth Comrades Marathon, and said he is overwhelmed by the support from the province.
“I am encouraged by their good wishes and support and I promise that I will make them proud. I have prepared well. I started with the preparations last year and have everything I need. It is up to me to take on the challenge.”
