The Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series is inviting runners nationwide to celebrate Global Running Day in style on Wednesday 01 June 2022 by taking on the fun filled Global Running Day 5K challenge on Strava! Photo: Chris Hitchcock The Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series is inviting runners nationwide to celebrate Global Running Day in style on Wednesday 01 June 2022 by taking on the fun filled Global Running Day 5K challenge on Strava! “We’re excited to celebrate Global Running Day ‘virtually’ with the Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series community,” says Michael Meyer, Managing Director of Stillwater Sports and founder of the Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series. “To be part of the challenge and eligible to win an awesome pair of PUMA NITRO Running Shoes, runners must join the RUN YOUR CITY Series Running Club on Strava and click on the orange “I’m in” button displayed next to the Global Running Day 5K event listing.” “What makes the Strava Challenges fantastic is that runners nationwide can sign up and be part of the action as it’s virtual,” continues Meyer. “Entrants need to complete the 5K run anywhere and anytime between 05:00 – 23:00 on Wednesday 01 June. Don’t forget to record your run using a smartphone (Android or iPhone device) or smart watch (Garmin, TomTom, SUUNTO, Fitbit, Polar etc). To be in the running to win a pair of PUMA NITRO running shoes, entrants must share their activities, routes and photos to the RUN YOUR CITY Series Running Club on Strava by no later than 23:00 on Wednesday. Include the following three hashtags #RunYourCity, #RUNPUMA and #GlobalRunningDay. We can’t wait to celebrate another Global Running Day with the RUN YOUR CITY Series Community.” EVENT DATES: Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series Running Club / Global Running Day 5K Date: Wednesday 01 June 2022 Time: between 05:00 – 23:00 Activity: 5K Time Trial Route: Runners can choose their own location and route HOW TO JOIN THE EVENT: 1. Runners must “join” the RUN YOUR CITY Series Running Club via the following …
Totalsports Women’s Race is BACK in 2022!
South Africa’s largest Women’s Day Celebration, the Totalsports Women’s Race is back in 2022 and ready to take over the streets of Cape Town, Johannesburg and Durban on Tuesday 09 August! “We are thrilled to open entries for SA’s largest Women’s Day Celebration, the iconic Totalsports Women’s Race,” says Michael Meyer, Managing Director of Stillwater Sports. “It’s been two years since the last Totalsports Women’s Race was hosted (due to the pandemic) making the opening of entries that much sweeter. We have a lot to celebrate and can’t wait to get the festivities started with thousands of women across three cities toeing the line on National Women’s Day. Get ready for triple the fun in Cape Town, Johannesburg and Durban as women from all walks of life unite to take on a 5km/10km road run (or walk) in support of PinkDrive.” “We are proud to host South Africa’s largest Women’s Day celebration across three cities,” says Nikki Crous, Head of Marketing Totalsports. “Since its inception the event has celebrated strong women and we are excited to continue doing so in 2022 especially after the pandemic. This year we would like to invite all women (grandmothers, mothers, aunts, daughters and sisters) to lace up their takkies and join us as we #RunTogether and #RunUnited in support PinkDrive.” Event Information: 2022 Totalsports Women’s Race Date: Tuesday 09 August 2022 / National Women’s Day Venue: • Durban: Start: Masabalala Yengwa Avenue Finish: Kings Park Athletics Track • Johannesburg: Start & Finish: Mary Fitzgerald Square, Newtown • Cape Town: Start: Darling Street, Cape Town CBD Finish: Grand Parade, Cape Town CBD Start Time: 08:00 Entry Fee: 10km licensed runner R130.00 5km R100.00 10km Cape Town unlicensed runner R170.00 (temporary license included) 10km Johannesburg unlicensed runner R170.00 (temporary license included) 10km Durban unlicensed runner R180.00 (temporary license included) Entries Open: ONLINE …
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Ebenyo crushes field as Chesang smashes All-Comers Record at Absa RUN YOUR CITY CAPE TOWN 10K
Kenya’s Daniel Simiu Ebenyo lived up to the billing as race favourite while Uganda’s Stella Chesang moved into new territory as she dragged compatriot, Jesca Chelangat to a sub 31min finish in the 2022 Absa RUN YOUR CITY CAPE TOWN 10K on Sunday 15 May. All ingredients were in place for fast times and exhilarating racing as a fast route, near perfect weather conditions and arguably the best field ever assembled on South African soil lined up at Woodbridge Island in Milnerton for the 9am start of the 7th annual Absa RUN YOUR CITY CAPE TOWN 10K. Clear skies greeted the 10 000 runners as they wound there way from Milnerton to the CBD of Cape Town to finish outside the Absa building at the bottom of Long Street. While the masses enjoyed the running experience along the coastline and were able to fly on the highway on their own two feet and not in a car, the elite upfront were creating a storm. As expected, defending champion, Daniel Simiu Ebenyo was aggressive from the start. In typical Ebenyo fashion, the 26-year-old took control of the race from the gun – even earlier than in 2021. Whereas in 2021, Ebenyo flew away from the field after 3km, in this year’s edition, he broke away from the bunch within the first kilometre. Five kilometres came and went in 13:36 and the gap to the chasing pack was already 21 seconds. No one was able to catch the high-flying Kenyan as he entered the Mother City on his own. The revamped route proving to be every bit as fast as promised with less twists and turns and virtually no incline at all. Ebenyo took full advantage and was in full control of the race. At the 8km mark it appeared as if last year’s runner up, Isaac Kipkemboi, was beginning to close the gap. But any thoughts of a possible late charge were quickly put to bed as Ebenyo hit the final kilometre in Long Street and opened the afterburners to fly across the line in 27:34. Only Joshua Cheptegei has gone faster on South African soil with his All-Comers record of 27:16, …
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World’s Best set to descend on the Mother City ready to battle at the Absa RUN YOUR CITY CAPE TOWN 10K
The Mother City is bracing itself for a “storm” of a different kind this week as an impressive contingent of the best athletes in the World as well as the best South Africa has to offer travel to Cape Town to compete in the 7th annual Absa RUN YOUR CITY CAPE TOWN 10K on Sunday 15 May 2022. Leading the charge at this iconic race is the 2021 winner, Daniel Simiu Ebenyo who is currently the fourth fastest 10km runner in the world. Ebenyo became part of an elite group of athletes who has broken the 27min mark in the 10km after running 26:59 in Valencia in February this year. The 26-year-old Kenyan made the global running fraternity sit up and take notice of his pedigree when he qualified for the 2021 Olympic Games in Tokyo by running a 12:55.88 in Luzern for the 5000m. Many had touted him as one of the danger men for the 12 and half lapper at the Games, but a fall in the qualifying rounds in Tokyo saw him robbed of potential glory. Stung by that mishap, Ebenyo took to the streets with meaning by flying to a solo victory in the then Absa RUN YOUR CITY CAPE TOWN 12K (now changed to the 10km distance). Within 4km Ebenyo had broken a stellar field and powered his way to a 34:01 win. Had it not been for a strong head wind in the first half of the race, many believe Ebenyo would have set a new world best over 12km. Racing from the front and controlling the pace has become a trademark of Ebenyo. He did it in the Absa RUN YOUR CITY CAPE TOWN 12K in 2021, he followed those same tactics in qualifying for the Olympics and repeated that strategy in winning the Valencia 10km in 26:59 earlier this year. Ebenyo has already indicated that he want’s nothing less than a fast time. “I know I am in great shape after going sub27 and I am looking for nothing less than another fast time and victory,” said Ebenyo. “I want to defend my title. I know the field is deep with Mokoka (Stephen Mokoka) and Isaac (Kipkemboi – 2nd in 2021) returning and if I want to win, I will need to run …
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Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series Welcomes Chery As The Official Vehicle Partner In 2022!
The organisers of SA’s most iconic 10km road running series, the Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series have announced that Chery will be the Official Vehicle Partner of the series with the signing of a two-year agreement between the parties. “We are extremely excited to welcome Chery as the Vehicle Partner of the Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series in 2022,” says Michael Meyer, Managing Director of Stillwater Sports and Founder of the Series. “The Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series has been revolutionising the sport of road running in South Africa since 2015, and we are extremely proud to have sponsor partners who focus on similar innovative elements, just as we do. In this regard Chery is a perfect match for the series, being a premium new brand, with a customer driven approach. We look forward to enhancing the event with the fantastic vehicles that Chery will provide.” “The success of the series can be attributed to a number of important factors such as fantastic partnerships as well as the constant drive for innovation. Our team is continuously pushing the boundaries to offer a truly unique road running experience.” “To keep ahead of the competition Chery also relies on innovation, placing a huge emphasis on research and development,” continues Meyer. “It’s always great to team up with a partner that shares the same beliefs. We are extremely proud to show off the impressive Chery fleet at the Absa RUN YOUR CITY CAPE TOWN 10K this coming weekend. The vehicles will form an integral part of our event team. Look out for the stylish Chery display at registration as well as on event day at the start and finish.” Commenting on the new association, Mr. Tony Liu, Chery South Africa Executive Deputy GM said, “It is a pleasure to announce this association. We believe that mass participation events such as the Absa RUN YOUR CITY series is enjoyed by all in South Africa. Chery wants to make a difference in South Africa and help to create memorable experiences for all South Africans.” EVENT …
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Don’t miss the final Absa RUN YOUR CITY WARM UP RUN powered by PUMA NITRO in Cape Town this week!
The much-anticipated Absa RUN YOUR CITY WARM UP RUN #5 powered by PUMA NITRO will take place at the Green Point Athletics Stadium this coming Thursday 12 May 2022 at 17:30. The final Warm Up Run to take place before the 7th annual Absa RUN YOUR CITY CAPE TOWN 10K takes the Mother City by storm on Sunday 15 May 2022, the Absa RUN YOUR CITY WARM UP RUN #5 powered by PUMA NITRO is open to runners of all ages and is free of charge. “We would like to invite all runners and Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series supporters to join us for a fun 5km run (or walk) on Thursday,” says Michael Meyer, Managing Director of Stillwater Sports and Founder of the Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series. “As it’s the last Warm Up Run before the event, we’ve decided to host it in the afternoon at 17:30. Once the 5km run is completed, runners and walkers are invited to stick around and get to know the team and sponsors a bit better.” “As with the previous four Warm Up Runs, there will once again be awesome prizes up for grabs compliments of the event’s footwear and apparel partner, PUMA,” confirms Meyer. “On completing the run, remember to collect, fill out and hand in your lucky draw ticket. These prizes will include (but are not limited to) a PUMA hamper to the value of R 5 000, a pair of PUMA NITRO Running Shoes and a selection of PUMA apparel items. You only need to do three things: 1. BRING THE GEES, 2. run/walk 5km and 3. fill in the lucky draw ticket. We can’t wait to join the Absa RUN YOUR CITY Community at the final Absa RUN YOUR CITY WARM UP RUN powered by PUMA NITRO in Cape Town on Thursday.” The Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series recently welcomed the Sports Science Institute of South Africa (SSISA) as the official health and fitness content sponsor of SA’s leading 10km road running series in 2022. To find out more visit https://runyourcityseries.com/latest-news/absa-ryc-series-teams-up-with-the-sports-science-institute-of-south-africa-in-2022/ Exciting News: SSISA Biokineticists will attend …
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Capetonians invited to join a fun City Clean Up in the prelude to the 2022 Absa RUN YOUR CITY CAPE TOWN 10K
The organisers of the Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series are inviting Capetonians to a rewarding ‘City Clean Up’ on Saturday 14 May 2022. Starting at the Absa Building in Lower Long Street at 07:00, the aim is to help get the streets of the Mother City ready for the 7th annual Absa RUN YOUR CITY CAPE TOWN 10K that will take place on Sunday (15 May). “A proudly South African mass participation road run, the Absa RUN YOUR CITY CAPE TOWN 10K encapsulates the splendour of the Mother City, the vibe and its people,” says Michael Meyer, Managing Director of Stillwater Sports and Founder of the Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series. “We would like to invite all Capetonians to help us keep the city clean before, during and after hosting Cape Town’s most iconic 10km road race. The City Clean Up really is a fun way for everybody to get involved and help make a difference. We are excited to continue our partnership with PETCO and look forward to catching up with proud Capetonians on Saturday at the 2022 Absa RUN YOUR CITY CAPE TOWN 10K City Clean Up.” PETCO is South Africa’s national industry body that is accountable for managing the PET plastic industry’s Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR). “PETCO is excited to be involved with the Absa RUN YOUR CITY CAPE TOWN 10K City Clean Up initiative,” says Kara Levy, PETCO Marketing Officer. “These types of initiatives allow us to move off the side-lines and into the thick of consumer and civic responsibility. Plastic touches us all, whether directly or indirectly, and it is imperative that we come together to be part of true sustainability when the opportunity (such as this clean-up) presents itself. We all have an important role to play in shifting South Africa away from a ‘take-make-dispose’ system to a circular economy by ensuring that valuable resources, such as PET plastic bottles, are diverted from landfill and collected for recycling. It is also important to raise awareness around responsible disposal of valuable recyclable materials …
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SA Record Holders Confirmed For Absa Run Your City Cape Town 10K
Multiple SA Record Holders and Olympians, Stephen Mokoka and Elroy Gelant have joined the impressive list of local and international athletes - including two sub 28min 10k athletes, the third fastest 10k athlete in the world in 2022 and a multiple South African champion – that will be looking to make their mark at the 7th annual Absa RUN YOUR CITY CAPE TOWN 10K on Sunday 15 May 2022. “It gives us great pleasure to welcome both Elroy (Gelant) and Stephen (Mokoka) to the 2022 Absa RYC CAPE TOWN 10K,” said Michael Meyer, Managing Director of Stillwater Sports and Founder of SA’s leading 10km road running series. “Both Elroy and Stephen have been immensely loyal and have run some of their best times in the series. They have been role models for the next generation by showing up year in and year out, and we are beginning to see the fruition of them setting the bar with a new generation now coming through the ranks. Always ready to race, Stephen and Elroy are guaranteed to bring the action come race day. We are extremely proud to give SA’s elite runners the opportunity to face the World’s best runners here on home soil and can’t wait to see the action unfold.” The third fastest athlete over 10km in 2022 is of course Daniel Simiu Ebenyo with his 26:59 run in Valencia. Ebenyo is also the defending champion in Cape Town. Ethiopia’s Mogos Tuemay has gone 27:50 (Herzogenaurach, 2021) and the SA Champion is Precious Mashele who won the 10km title for the third consecutive year at the Absa RYC DURBAN 10K in 2021. These three will now also be challenged by two of South Africa’s most dominant athletes of the last decade, Stephen Mokoka and Elroy Gelant. It is Mokoka who owns the SA 10km and Half Marathon records of 27:38 (Manchester, 2015) and 59:36 (Gdynia, 2020), while Gelant holds the 5000m SA record of 13:04.88 (Hengelo, 2016). Both have represented South Africa on numerous occasions, and both have represented South Africa at the Olympic Games (Mokoka 2012 – Marathon; …
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2022 Fedhealth MTB Challenge Entries Open This Week!
Celebrating its 7th anniversary in 2022, the exhilarating Fedhealth MTB Challenge will return to the picturesque Blaauwklippen Wine Estate (Stellenbosch) on Saturday 10 and Sunday 11 September 2022. Entries OPEN on Wednesday 04 May 2022! “The Fedhealth MTB Challenge caters for mountain biking enthusiasts of all ages and is the perfect outdoor event for active families,” says Michael Meyer, Managing Director of Stillwater Sports and Founder of the event. “The action will start on Saturday at the Fedhealth MTB Challenge Kids Event with future stars between 1 – 13 years of age taking on a fun-filled 500m, 1.5km or 5km event. The Fedhealth MTB Challenge Fun Ride (+-15km) will also take place on Saturday and is ideal for parents that would like to take part in an event with their children. On Sunday the more serious mountain bikers will toe the line at the Fedhealth MTB Challenge Marathon (+-60km) and Half Marathon (+-30km). We can’t wait to welcome active families back to the start line at the Blaauwklippen Wine Estate, ready to #RideOpenSpaces at the 2022 Fedhealth MTB Challenge.” Says Jeremy Yatt, Fedhealth Principal Officer: “Now more than ever, Fedhealth Medical Scheme wants to promote healthy, active lifestyles amongst South African families. This event is the perfect platform for us to do so, and let’s face it, what can be better than getting away from it all, celebrating health and life, and riding in the scenic Western Cape wine lands? We truly hope that riders of all ages and abilities will join us for a weekend of fun, fitness and family.” EVENT INFORMATION: 2022 Fedhealth MTB Challenge Saturday, 10 September 2022 Venue: Blaauwklippen Wine Estate, Stellenbosch Event: 15km Fedhealth MTB Challenge (Fun Ride) Start Time: 08:00 Entry Fee: R200.00 Event & Time: Fedhealth Kids MTB Events: not timed • 500m / 1 – 5 years of age / 10:00 • 1.5km / 6 – 9 years of age / 10:30 • 5km / 10 – 13 years of age / 11:00 Start Time: 10:00 Entry …
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Entries open for Thirsti African Trailrun 1-Day, 2-Day and 3-Day events!
“Let Nature Give You A Run For Your Money” Following the wake of a very exciting 3-Day Stage Race (that was hosted in March this year), the organisers of the iconic THIRSTI AFRICANX TRAILRUN are excited to open entries (on Wednesday 04 May 2022) for four THIRSTI AFRICANX events: in 2022 the 2-Day XPLORE in Gauteng, the 1-Day XPERIENCE in the Western Cape and the 1-Day XPERIENCE in Gauteng; and in 2023 the iconic 3-Day STAGE RACE once again in the Western Cape. “We’re excited to open entries for four iconic THIRSTI AFRICANX events,” says Michael Meyer, Managing Director of Stillwater Sports and Founder of the THIRSTI AFRICANX TRAILRUN. “Not only can runners enter early, and adequately prepare for each event, but entrants also have enough time to find the perfect partner to team up with for the 3-Day STAGE RACE. The 1-Day and 2-Day races can also be used as the perfect ‘training runs’ for the 3-Day STAGE RACE.” “The THIRSTI AFRICANX TRAILRUN series of events will treat entrants from across the country to a trail running experience like no other,” continues Meyer. “Irrespective of the event entered, trail runners can look forward to experiencing spectacular trails, amazing views, mouth-watering food and a relaxed atmosphere, not to mention the amazing AFRICANX Vibe. Whether a seasoned trail runner or newcomer to the sport, there is an event for you. Enter early and prepare to experience trail running at its best when you ‘Let Nature Give You A Run For Your Money’.” “We love the association with health, fitness and nature,” says Michelle Lillico, THIRSTI Head of Marketing. “Each THIRSTI AFRICANX TRAILRUN event delivers an enjoyable and rewarding event atmosphere in the most scenic of settings. We can’t wait to be part of the action again and look forward to keeping runners hydrated with our natural spring water and ISOFIT+ Sport Drinks.” For a sneak peek at what to expect from the THIRSTI AFRICANX series of events watch the following Teaser Video: …