The 96th Comrades Marathon proved to be a showcase of extraordinary endurance, with both seasoned athletes and unexpected heroes stealing the limelight. Among the top performers were Gerda Steyn and Johannes Maros Mosehla, each delivering aweinspiring and recordbreaking performances on race day.
The Comrades Marathon, a renowned ultramarathon held in South Africa, is known for its exceptional participants and amazing stories. This year, an exciting new legend is set to emerge with 81yearold Johannes Maros Mosehla attempting to surpass Wally Hayward’s longstanding record as the oldest person to complete the race, which has remained unbeaten for 34 years.