Gerda Steyn wins the 2025 Cape Gate Vaal Marathon in a record time. Photo: Christiaan Cloete
VEREENIGING – More than 3 000 athletes participated in the milestone 50th running of the Vaal Marathon.The event has been hosted by the Vaal Athletic club since 1974 and is considered one of the main fixtures on the local running calendar.
The event included the popular marathon (42.2km), a Comrades and Two Oceans Qualifier, as well as a half marathon (21.1km), a 10km and a 5km fun run.
Athletes participating in the 50th edition of the Vaal Marathon. Photo: Christiaan CloeteAndrea Junge, an athlete, smiles as she participates in the half marathon. Photo: Christiaan CloeteAngie Roos and Zarita van Bosch from the Actom Athletic Club tackle the half marathon. Photo: Christiaan CloeteMinki Lotter from Meyerton Athletics Club keeps an eye on her watch during the Cape Gate Vaal Half Marathon. She finished in third position. Photo: Christiaan Cloete
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