{"id":58035,"date":"2024-07-29T18:27:35","date_gmt":"2024-07-29T16:27:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/southafricatoday.net\/sport\/?p=58035"},"modified":"2024-07-29T18:27:35","modified_gmt":"2024-07-29T16:27:35","slug":"kavanagh-takes-on-east-africans-at-the-totalsports-womens-race-in-durban","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/southafricatoday.net\/sport\/more-sport\/kavanagh-takes-on-east-africans-at-the-totalsports-womens-race-in-durban\/","title":{"rendered":"Kavanagh takes on East Africans at the Totalsports Women’s Race in Durban"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Totalsports Women\u2019s Race<\/strong> in Durban is set to feature its most competitive lineup yet on Sunday, 04 August 2024<\/strong>. Local favorite Tayla Kavanagh<\/strong> will go head-to-head with formidable opponents such as Ethiopia\u2019s Debash Desta<\/strong> and Selam Gebre<\/strong>, along with Kenya\u2019s Marion Chepkoech<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

“The fact that the Totalsports Women\u2019s Race is a women\u2019s-only event is fantastic as it highlights women\u2019s performances and elevates the standard of women\u2019s athletics,\u201d says Kavanagh<\/em><\/strong>. \u201cI chose to enter this year because I love racing in my home city. It\u2019s always a wonderful way to celebrate Women\u2019s Month, sharing the road with fellow female runners who all have a passion for running. I look forward to seeing what we can all achieve on the day. I expect a fun, competitive morning out on the road, lining up with a strong field. It’s a special moment as we paint the streets of Durban pink and celebrate women. My goal is to stick to my race plan and execute a good race.”<\/p>\n

Though only 23 years old, Kavanagh boasts an impressive personal best of 32:10 for the 10km.<\/p>\n

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Totalsports Women\u2019s Race<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Although Debash Desta<\/em><\/strong> is no stranger to South Africa, having placed 2nd at the Absa RUN YOUR CITY DURBAN 10K in 2024, and 1st at both the Absa RUN YOUR CITY TSHWANE 10K and Absa RUN YOUR CITY JOBURG 10K in 2023, this will be her first time lining up at the Totalsports Women\u2019s Race.<\/p>\n

With an impressive 10km PB of 30:58, Desta is a race favourite. \u201cOne of the reasons I entered the Totalsports Women\u2019s Race is because of the respect that it shows towards women,\u201d admits Desta<\/em><\/strong>. \u201cI am proud that such competitions are organized for women, and I have the opportunity to be part of it. Women-only events always bring good motivation and morale. I look forward to a good race and to running a strong time. My plan is to be a strong competitor and to be on the podium on race day.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Selam<\/em><\/strong> Gebre<\/em><\/strong> shares Desta\u2019s sentiments and is proud to take part in a race dedicated to women. \u201cIt\u2019s inspiring to participate in an event that honors women, and I am happy to be part of this race,\u201d says Gebre <\/em><\/strong>who boasts at 31:42 PB in the 10km. \u201cI aim to run under 31 minutes and am looking forward to a very fast race. My message to all women is to use this opportunity to run fast and honor women.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Making her racing debut in South Africa, Chepkoech <\/em><\/strong>is eager to secure an impressive time in her first 10km race. \u201cI entered the Totalsports Women\u2019s Race to improve my time and gain experience running with other women,\u201d says Chepkoech<\/em><\/strong>. \u201cI look forward to the sense of community among participants, the positive and empowering atmosphere, and the opportunity to contribute to a meaningful cause.\u201d<\/p>\n

In closing, Chepkoech shares this message with runners: \u201cYou are powerful, resilient, and inspiring women. By taking part in this race, you are not only challenging yourself physically but also standing in solidarity with women everywhere. Your participation helps raise awareness for important causes like women\u2019s health and gender equality. Keep running, keep inspiring, and keep shining.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Additional athletes to look out for at the Totalsports Women\u2019s Race in Durban includes Ethiopia\u2019s Diniya Abaraya<\/strong>, with a 10km personal best of 32:03, and Ebste Btaw<\/strong>, with a 10km personal best of 32:12.<\/p>\n

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EVENT INFORMATION<\/u><\/strong>: <\/strong>2024 Totalsports Women\u2019s Race\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
DATE:<\/strong><\/td>\nCITY:<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
1.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/strong>Sunday 04 August 2024<\/strong><\/td>\nTotalsports Women\u2019s Race Durban <\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\u00a0<\/strong><\/td>\nStart Venue<\/u>: Suncoast Casino, Snell Parade<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\u00a0<\/strong><\/td>\nFinish Venue<\/u>: Suncoast Casino, Snell Parade<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\u00a0<\/strong><\/td>\nStart Time<\/u>:<\/p>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 10km \/ 08:00<\/p>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 5km \/ 08:10<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\u00a0<\/strong><\/td>\nEntry Fee<\/u>:<\/p>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 10km \/ R145.00<\/p>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 5km \/ R110.00<\/p>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Temp Licence: R50.00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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2.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/strong>Friday 09 August 2024<\/strong><\/td>\nTotalsports Women\u2019s Race Cape Town<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\u00a0<\/strong><\/td>\nStart Venue<\/u>: Darling Street, Cape Town<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\u00a0<\/strong><\/td>\nFinish Venue<\/u>: Grand Parade, Cape Town<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\u00a0<\/strong><\/td>\nStart Time<\/u>:<\/p>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 10km \/ 08:00<\/p>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 5km \/ 08:10<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\u00a0<\/strong><\/td>\nEntry Fee<\/u>:<\/p>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 10km \/ R145.00<\/p>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 5km \/ R110.00<\/p>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Temp Licence: R50.00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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3.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/strong>Saturday 17 August 2024<\/strong><\/td>\nTotalsports Women\u2019s Race Joburg<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\u00a0<\/strong><\/td>\nStart Venue<\/u>: Orange Road and Buffalo Road Junction, Marks Park<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\u00a0<\/strong><\/td>\nFinish Venue<\/u>: Marks Park, Emmerentia<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\u00a0<\/strong><\/td>\nStart Time<\/u>:<\/p>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 10km \/ 08:00<\/p>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 5km \/ 08:10<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\u00a0<\/strong><\/td>\nEntry Fee<\/u>:<\/p>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 10km \/ R145.00<\/p>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 5km \/ R110.00<\/p>\n

Temp Licence: R60.00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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ENTER<\/u><\/strong>:<\/strong> www.totalsportswomensrace.co.za<\/a>, www.webtickets.co.za<\/a> or any Pick \u2018n Pay store nationwide.<\/p>\n

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CHARITY SUPPORT<\/u><\/strong>: <\/strong>The Totalsports Women\u2019s Race proudly supports PinkDrive. When registering online for the event, runners have the option to support PinkDrive by donating to the cause. PinkDrive will offer free clinical breast examinations <\/strong>in each city, along with the opportunity to consult with a PinkDrive nurse for general medical advice. Runners can also visit PinkDrive\u2019s \u201cShop4Cancer\u201d <\/strong>at each event, where they can deck themselves out in pink gear to show their support for this worthy cause and run with pride. For more information on PinkDrive visit www.pinkdrive.org<\/a><\/p>\n

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Like our Facebook page:\u00a0 <\/strong>Women\u2019s Race \/ The PinkDrive<\/p>\n

Follow us on Instagram:<\/strong>\u00a0 Women\u2019s Race \/ PinkDrive<\/p>\n

Hashtag:<\/strong> #Totalsports #TotalsportsWomensRace #LoveTheRun #PinkDrive<\/p>\n

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For more information on PinkDrive visit www.pinkdrive.org<\/a>\u00a0 For further information on the Totalsports Women\u2019s Race visit www.totalsportswomensrace.co.za<\/a><\/p>\n

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