JP Morgan to kick-off on 30 March

The 14th annual JP Morgan Corporate Challenge in Johannesburg has reached its full capacity of entrants and will kick-off on 30 March at the Wanderers.

A spokesperson for the event, Andrea Lindsay said, “The continually sold-out race has been a Johannesburg tradition since 2004. A host of companies, comprising 14 000 participants, swap their corporate attire for running gear to once again participate in the world’s premier corporate fitness event.

“All companies who have successfully entered the race should be aware that hospitality bookings are filling up fast. Make sure to secure your spot to join the post-race celebrations. Hospitality order forms are available at www.jpmorganchasecc.com”

A total of 13 798 racers, joggers and walkers from 237 South African companies toed the starting line at the Wanderers for the 5.6km company road race last year.

Lindsay said, “Promoting a healthy work-life balance and a sense of camaraderie among the business community, the JP Morgan Corporate Challenge Johannesburg is a must-attend event on the local running calendar.”

The event also attracts some of South Africa’s top sporting and entertainment celebrities and hosts a festive pre- and post-race hospitality area.

Johannesburg is the first stop in the 13 global races of the JP Morgan Corporate Challenge Series, which is celebrating its 41st year since its launch in 1977. The series drew a total of 254 501 entrants from 6 929 companies last year.

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