At Boxer, we couldn’t be prouder of the incredible performances we witnessed at this year’s Boxer Super Run in Durban! On Sunday, 13 October 2024, Precious Mashele made history by becoming the fastest South African to complete a 5km run on home soil, crossing the finish line in an astonishing 13:39. And as if that wasn’t special enough, it happened on his birthday!

Mashele, a long-standing elite athlete of the Boxer Athletics Club, was thrilled with his victory: “It’s amazing to win on my birthday. The race was challenging but exciting. We had no wind this year, and I knew my Boxer teammates would push me hard—our team is always strong in the RUN YOUR CITY events. In the last 2km, I stepped up my pace to stay ahead. This win is a special gift to myself, and the Boxer Super Run holds a special place in my heart. Boxer Superstores and Stillwater Sports always treat us athletes with such care, and winning here means so much.”

In an inspiring display of teamwork and talent, the Boxer Athletics Club claimed all three podium spots, with Kabelo Mulaudzi finishing second and Chris Mhlanga taking third.

The excitement didn’t stop there! In the Elite Women’s Race, Karabo More made a spectacular debut, taking first place with a time of 16:16. "I’ve been out of the racing scene for a while, so today was about getting my confidence back," said Karabo. "My plan was to stick with the pack and push in the final 2km. It wasn’t until the last kilometre that I realized I could win. This particular race is fast and challenging, and I cannot wait for next year."

We also celebrate Boxer Super Run debutant and Comrades Marathon superstar Gerda Steyn from Phantane AC, who finished second, and our very own Cacisile Sosibo, who took third place for the Boxer Athletics Club.

At Boxer, we’re passionate about creating a platform where athletes can excel, and the Boxer Super Run is a testament to that commitment. Congratulations to all the incredible runners who made this year’s event unforgettable! We look forward to seeing even more talent shine at our Tshwane leg of the Boxer Super Run in November. Click here to book your tickets now for the even.

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