Running & Endurance Sports — 2026-06-12
Cape Town Marathon officially joins the World Marathon Majors as the eighth major starting in 2027, marking a historic milestone for African distance running. The 99th edition of South Africa's grueling Comrades Marathon is set for this Sunday with thousands of runners preparing for the Up Run from Durban to Pietermaritzburg.
Running & Endurance Sports — 2026-06-12
Race Recap
Cape Town's Historic Ascension
Cape Town Marathon has officially been designated as a World Marathon Major, becoming the eighth major and the first held on the African continent. Beginning in 2027, the South African race joins an elite group of marathons that shape global distance running.
Comrades Marathon 99 — The Up Run Returns
The historic Comrades Marathon, Africa's most iconic ultramarathon, will take place on Sunday, June 14, 2026. This year marks the 99th edition and the return of the challenging Up Run route, which takes runners 89 kilometers from Durban to Pietermaritzburg. Thousands of competitors are preparing for one of the world's most demanding ultramarathon experiences.
Gear & Science
Carbon-Plated Racers Dominate 2026 Lineup
The running shoe market continues to emphasize carbon-plated performance shoes heading into mid-2026. Hoka has strengthened its lineup with two excellent options: the Hoka Rocket X3 and Cielo X1 3.0, both delivering the propulsion and stability runners seek for racing.
The broader 2026 shoe calendar shows major releases planned, including Hoka's Clifton Pro, a performance-oriented variant designed to complement the popular Clifton line.
Coming Up
The Comrades Marathon takes place Sunday, June 14, 2026, with the Up Run route offering one of ultrarunning's greatest challenges. With Cape Town's new status as a World Marathon Major official, anticipation builds for the 2027 race as a marquee international event.
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