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'Running can change your life' - Tshuma and Mudziganyama testify on 2024 season

Mosibodi Whitehead

15 hours ago3 min read

'Running can change your life' - Tshuma and Mudziganyama testify on 2024 season

It was former Athletics South Africa President Aleck Skhosana who set tongues wagging when he declared during a press conference that...

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'I plan to use the money well' - Photo to complete house with Black Diamond AC Award Winnings

Thathe Msimango

4 days ago3 min read

'I plan to use the money well' - Photo to complete house with Black Diamond AC Award Winnings

Multiple Comrades Marathon gold medalist Rufus Photo says he will use the money he won at his club's award ceremony held on the weekend...

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'It's unbelievable' - Bennett Seloyi reflects on breakthrough 2024 season and targets more success in 2025

Mosibodi Whitehead

6 days ago3 min read

'It's unbelievable' - Bennett Seloyi reflects on breakthrough 2024 season and targets more success in 2025

Asked about the highlight of his season, Bennett Matlakala Seloyi did not hesitate for a moment. "World Cross!" The Waterfall Athletic...

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'I'm so happy' - Mosiako reflects on dream marathon debut

Mosibodi Whitehead

Dec 153 min read

'I'm so happy' - Mosiako reflects on dream marathon debut

2024 will go down in the annals of South African Athletics as one of the most productive if not the best season for marathon running....

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"I was motivated" - Chelsea van Dyk after winning her fourth title of the year

Lebohang Pita

Dec 113 min read

"I was motivated" - Chelsea van Dyk after winning her fourth title of the year

Chelsea van Dyk was so dominant in the U13 girls' 1500m final at the ASA sub-youth track and field championships in Bloemfontein that one...

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'My goal every year is to have five to six athletes represent SA' - Sponge Group December Training camp is underway

Mosibodi Whitehead

Dec 102 min read

'My goal every year is to have five to six athletes represent SA' - Sponge Group December Training camp is underway

As we enjoy the last days of the year, many of us will use the quiet time to reflect on the successes and challenges of 2024, while...

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'I want to go under 2:08' - Lipschitz still hungry for more

Thathe Msimango

Dec 72 min read

'I want to go under 2:08' - Lipschitz still hungry for more

Following an impressive 2:08:45 marathon personal best time, South African marathoner Adam Lipschitz has set his sights on going even...

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'Elroy is amazing' - Motsau, Mofokeng, Munnik and Slinger. How Gelant inspired Potch Track Club to successful 2024.

Mosibodi Whitehead

Dec 63 min read

'Elroy is amazing' - Motsau, Mofokeng, Munnik and Slinger. How Gelant inspired Potch Track Club to successful 2024.

After a magnificent 2024 season that saw him win the national half marathon and marathon titles while clocking his first sub 28 minute...

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'If I continue to work hard, it will come' - Karabo Mailula targets sub 33 in 2025 after successful 2024 season

Thathe Msimango

Dec 33 min read

'If I continue to work hard, it will come' - Karabo Mailula targets sub 33 in 2025 after successful 2024 season

South African road running starlet Karabo Mailula is pleased with how she performed this year. In 2023, Mailula announced herself as a...

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'I'm fulfilled' - Caster Semenya reflects on new life as coach & mentor as Xaba and Masai AC fly high in 2024

Mosibodi Whitehead

Dec 23 min read

'I'm fulfilled' - Caster Semenya reflects on new life as coach & mentor as Xaba and Masai AC fly high in 2024

While she is not without her detractors, there can be no argument about Caster Semenya's positive impact on South African athletics. If...

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'CGA is home' - Simbine wins big at CGA Awards

Mosibodi Whitehead

Dec 22 min read

'CGA is home' - Simbine wins big at CGA Awards

Just a day after being officially recognised by President Cyril Ramaphosa for his performance at the Olympic Games, Akani Simbine enjoyed...

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'There are big opportunities' - Khotso Mokena tells coaches at launch of new school sports programme in Ratanda

Lebohang Pita

Nov 273 min read

'There are big opportunities' - Khotso Mokena tells coaches at launch of new school sports programme in Ratanda

As Olympian Khotso Mokoena addressed the audience at the Khanya-Lesedi School of Sport Specialisation in Ratanda on 25 November, the five...

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'I want to dominate' - Brakpan Boy Cayde de Waal looks to continue good form in US NJCAA

Lebohang Pita

Nov 202 min read

'I want to dominate' - Brakpan Boy Cayde de Waal looks to continue good form in US NJCAA

One of the most fulfilling moments middle distance runner Cayde de Waal has experienced since his switch to the USA was his outstanding...

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'Why not take another challenge' - Mosiako to make marathon debut in Abu Dhabi in December

Mosibodi Whitehead

Nov 182 min read

'Why not take another challenge' - Mosiako to make marathon debut in Abu Dhabi in December

After securing a podium finish at the inaugural Hollywoodbets Joburg 10km, Thabang Mosiako has declared himself fit for his impending...

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Kenyans triumph at Hollywoodbets Joburg 10km as Mosiako and Khatala claim runner-up spots

Thathe Msimango

Nov 162 min read

Kenyans triumph at Hollywoodbets Joburg 10km as Mosiako and Khatala claim runner-up spots

Fridah Ndinda showcased her strength when she delivered a top performance to outclass a quality field on the way to winning the inaugural...

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"Never give up" - sprinter Oluchi Ndubueze looks back on 2024 and targets 2025 CAA U18 African champs

Lebohang Pita

Nov 132 min read

"Never give up" - sprinter Oluchi Ndubueze looks back on 2024 and targets 2025 CAA U18 African champs

Had it not been for an encounter with a stray dog, Oluchi Ndubueze would probably not have realised that she was a talented sprinter and...

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Mosibodi Whitehead

Nov 82 min read

'To see people you profile make it makes me happy' - Msimango reflects on KZN Sports Journalist of the year award

For most of South Africa’s most well-known and celebrated sports journalists, their success has been achieved while working for one of...

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"I told myself I’m going with them until the last km"- Lesetja Papo reflects on a maiden top 10 Soweto Marathon finish

Lebohang Pita

Nov 72 min read

"I told myself I’m going with them until the last km"- Lesetja Papo reflects on a maiden top 10 Soweto Marathon finish

If anything was going to prevent Lesetja Papo from achieving his goal during the africanbank Soweto Marathon on Sunday, 3 November, it...

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'There's some light' - Karabo More reflects on excellent 2024 & looks ahead to Boxer Super Run Tshwane 5km

Mosibodi Whitehead

Nov 72 min read

'There's some light' - Karabo More reflects on excellent 2024 & looks ahead to Boxer Super Run Tshwane 5km

In a year when Glenrose Xaba, Gerda Steyn and Cian Oldknow dominated the headlines in women’s distance running, one name has started to...

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"I see myself becoming one of the best in the world" - Curro Hazeldean sprinter Zattu Hlongwane

Lebohang Pita

Nov 63 min read

"I see myself becoming one of the best in the world" - Curro Hazeldean sprinter Zattu Hlongwane

Sprinter Zattu Hlongwane is making the most of every opportunity that comes his way, using them as stepping stones to future long-term...

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