{"id":57282,"date":"2024-04-09T15:33:38","date_gmt":"2024-04-09T13:33:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/southafricatoday.net\/sport\/?p=57282"},"modified":"2024-04-09T15:33:38","modified_gmt":"2024-04-09T13:33:38","slug":"chepkorirs-triumph-in-gqeberha-sets-stage-for-her-absa-run-your-city-cape-town-10k-debut","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/southafricatoday.net\/sport\/more-sport\/chepkorirs-triumph-in-gqeberha-sets-stage-for-her-absa-run-your-city-cape-town-10k-debut\/","title":{"rendered":"Chepkorir’s triumph in Gqeberha sets stage for her Absa RUN YOUR CITY CAPE TOWN 10K debut"},"content":{"rendered":"

Fresh from her dominant victory at the Absa RUN YOUR CITY GQEBERHA 10K this past weekend, Kenya\u2019s Diana Chepkorir has confirmed that she will take part in the next Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series race of the season, the Absa RUN YOUR CITY CAPE TOWN 10K <\/strong>on Sunday, 12 May 2024.<\/p>\n

The diminutive Kenyan put in a big performance as she tackled the Nelson Mandela Bay wind head-on to record a memorable gun to tape victory on Sunday 7 April.<\/p>\n

\u201cI\u2019m so happy because the course was so hard and the weather was too cold,\u201d Chepkorir<\/em><\/strong> told reporters after crossing the finish line on Beach Road in an impressive time of 31:15. \u201cI\u2019m happy with the time because today it was not possible to run 30 minutes or faster because of the weather,\u201d explained the athlete who is the holder of a 29:56 personal best 10km and is one of only seventeen women to have broken the 30 minute barrier.<\/p>\n

Her first race on South African soil has left her yearning for more. Speaking moments after her world class run, the 22-year-old said she is looking forward to returning to South Africa. \u201cI enjoyed it. It was good. I will come again.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Absa RUN YOUR CITY CAPE TOWN 10K<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

While Chepkorir will be returning to the Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series in pursuit of a fast time, South Africa\u2019s Elroy Gelant will use the Absa RUN YOUR CITY CAPE TOWN\u00a0 10K as part of his Olympic preparation. The 37-year-old produced one of the best 10km performances of his 20-year career when he took second place in 28:17 – the second fastest 10km clocking of his life.<\/p>\n

The Boxer Athletics Club man who just missed out on automatic Olympic qualification when he ran a lifetime best of 2:08:56 at the Zurich Marathon in Sevilla, Spain in February, says he will be using the 2024 Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series to ensure that he makes a third consecutive Olympic appearance.<\/p>\n

\u201cI\u2019m in much better shape,\u201d said Gelant<\/em><\/strong>. \u201cThe next priority now is to qualify for the Olympic Games. Being an Olympic year and because I\u2019ve been to the Olympics twice before it\u2019s almost an automatic switch to get my mindset right. You still need to push yourself to maybe a 27:10 to be competitive at the Olympics. But I’ll give it another chance at the South African Marathon Championship late in April in Durban. I want to secure my spot.\u201d<\/p>\n

“After their impressive performances in Gqeberha, we’re thrilled to welcome Diana Chepkorir and Elroy Gelant to the Absa RUN YOUR CITY CAPE TOWN 10K in May,” says Michael Meyer, Managing Director of Stillwater Sports and Series Founder<\/em><\/strong>. “Their presence promises to elevate the level of competition in the Mother City, and we can’t wait to see them compete again.”<\/p>\n

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EVENT INFORMATION<\/u><\/strong>: <\/strong>2024 Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
1.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/strong>COMPLETED <\/strong>\/ Sunday 07 April 2024<\/strong><\/td>\nAbsa RUN YOUR CITY GQEBERHA 10K<\/strong><\/p>\n

Men\u2019s Winner<\/u>: Vincent Kibet Langat (Kenya) 28:01<\/p>\n

Women\u2019s Winner<\/u>: Diana Chepkorir (Kenya) 31:15<\/p>\n

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2.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/strong>Sunday 12 May 2024<\/strong><\/td>\nAbsa RUN YOUR CITY CAPE TOWN 10K<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\u00a0<\/strong><\/td>\nStart Line<\/u>: Marine Drive, Milnerton<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\u00a0<\/strong><\/td>\nFinish Line<\/u>: Lower Long Street opposite Absa Building<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\u00a0<\/strong><\/td>\nEntry Fee<\/u>:<\/p>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Licensed Runners: R245.00<\/p>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Temp License: R50.00<\/p>\n

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Entry Includes<\/u>:<\/p>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series Event Performance T-shirt<\/p>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Absa Drawstring Bag<\/p>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Absa Peak Cap<\/p>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Absa Socks<\/p>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Race Number with Timing Chip<\/p>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Amazing Sponsor Route Entertainment Points<\/p>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Lively Route Entertainment Points<\/p>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 2 x Refreshment Stations on Route<\/p>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Tog Bag Drop and Collect Service<\/p>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Pre and Post Event Entertainment<\/p>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Transport Service (to start and from finish)<\/p>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series Finisher\u2019s Medal<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

3.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/strong>Sunday 07 July 2024<\/strong><\/td>\nAbsa RUN YOUR CITY DURBAN 10K<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
4.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/strong>Sunday 25 August 2024<\/strong><\/td>\nAbsa RUN YOUR CITY TSHWANE 10K<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
5.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/strong>Tuesday 24 September 2024<\/strong><\/td>\nAbsa RUN YOUR CITY JOBURG 10K<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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EXCITING NEWS<\/u><\/strong>:<\/strong> In 2024, each of the five Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series events will showcase unique, city-specific medals, adding a personalized touch to the participant experience reflective of the host city’s essence and character.<\/p>\n

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CHARITY SUPPORT<\/u><\/strong>: <\/strong>The Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series has welcomed the Cancer Association of South Africa (CANSA)<\/strong> as the official charity of the entire series of events in 2024. A<\/strong> non-profit leader in the fight against cancer since 1931, CANSA enables research, educates the public and advocates for and supports all people affected by cancer, while leading SA towards a cancer-free society.\u00a0When entering an Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series event online, runners can show their support by donating towards CANSA.<\/p>\n

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Facebook: <\/strong>@Gqeberha10k \/ @CapeTown10k \/ @Durban10k \/ @Tshwane10k \/ @Joburg10k<\/p>\n

Instagram:<\/strong> @Gqeberha10k \/ @CapeTown10k \/ @Durban10k \/ @Tshwane10k \/ @Joburg10k<\/p>\n

Hashtag:\u00a0 <\/strong>#RunYourCity #AbsaRunYourCity<\/p>\n

WhatsApp Line:<\/strong> 072 042 7613<\/p>\n

Websites:<\/strong>\u00a0 www.runyourcityseries.com<\/a><\/p>\n

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