Soweto Marathon thrills runners and residents alike: This year’s edition of the 42km Soweto Marathon proved that the race is still one of the most unique sporting events in the SA sporting calendar.
The politics of the broadcasting rights that dominated the talks leading up to the race on Sunday did not deter road running enthusiasts from all over the country.
The road leading to the race venue FNB Stadium at Nasrec was busy very early on Sunday, mostly with the runners driving or being driven to the stadium for the 5.30am starting time. The SA national anthem played out loudly to welcome the return of the People’s Race after a two-year Covid-19 hiatus.The athletes looked focused and happy to tackle one of the most testing courses in marathon running, doing so among the people of Soweto.
People got out of their homes and hit the streets, some still in their sleepwear, to cheer the athletes on. What makes the Soweto Marathon special is how the athletes get to experience the sight of ordinary South Africans as they run or walk past people’s homes, while enjoying sights and the landmarks of historic sites in the country's biggest township.
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