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\u201c<\/strong>I\u2019<\/strong>m pleased. This year I attained a podium at both the track and field championships and cross-country championships. I have recovered and I feel good,\u201d said the Central Gauteng Athletics athlete who also earned a silver medal over 10 000m at the ASA Senior Track and Field Championships in April.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n It\u2019<\/strong>s been a busy last five weeks for the Boxer Athletics Club top runner. During August, the 27-year-old ran no less than four races, grabbing two podium finishes. Sosibo says she follows a strict regime to ensure that she can recover quickly between back-to-back races.<\/p>\n \u201c<\/strong>The key to quick recovery is what you do,\u201d says Sosibo. \u201cIn my case I go for two massages per week, drink lots of water and recovery drinks and get at least ten hours of sleep per day in order to be at my best.\u201d<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Thanks to that sound recovery protocol as well as the confidence that she\u2019ll take from a third-place finish at the Totalsports Women\u2019<\/strong>s Race in Johannesburg on 17 August, Sosibo and her coach Michael \u2018Sponge\u2019 Seme believe that she stands a good chance of claiming her first ever Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series podium finish on the demanding Absa RUN YOUR CITY JOBURG 10K route.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n \u201c<\/strong>You have to consider the strengths of your opponents. For example, Kenyans and Ethiopians are usually strong on flat courses, but they tend to struggle on hills. So, I\u2019<\/strong>m looking forward to the Absa RUN YOUR CITY JOBURG 10K because the hills are tough. I\u2019<\/strong>m hopeful that I will run well.\u201d<\/p>\n <\/p>\n But to end up on the podium, Sosibo will have to get the better of a quality field including Lesotho\u2019s 10km national record holder Neheng Khatala who has confirmed her participation in the sold-out event on 24 September.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n “We\u2019re incredibly proud to have athletes of Cacisile Sosibo and Neheng Khatala\u2019s calibre competing at the final event of the 2024 Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series in Joburg,” says Michael Meyer, Managing Director of Stillwater Sports and Series Founder<\/em><\/strong>. “Both runners have been fantastic supporters of the series, and it’s a privilege to witness their dedication and talent firsthand. Their participation elevates the race, and we\u2019re thankful to have them on the start line as we celebrate the conclusion of a remarkable season on National Heritage Day.”<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n EVENT INFORMATION<\/u><\/strong>: <\/strong>2024 Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Men\u2019s Winner<\/u>: Vincent Kibet Langat (Kenya) 28:01<\/p>\n Women\u2019s Winner<\/u>: Diana Chepkorir (Kenya) 31:15<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n Men\u2019s Winner<\/u>: Vincent Kibet Langat (Kenya) 27:52<\/p>\n Women\u2019s Winner<\/u>: Diana Chepkorir (Kenya) 31:47<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n Men\u2019s Winner<\/u>: Elroy Gelant (South Africa) 0:27:47<\/p>\n Women\u2019s Winner<\/u>: Christine Njoki (Kenya) 0:30:37<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n Men\u2019s Winner<\/u>: Kamohelo Mofolo (LES) 28:40<\/p>\n Women\u2019s Winner<\/u>: Glenrose Xaba (RSA) 31:51<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n 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 <\/p>\n 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 \u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n WIN A CAR<\/u><\/strong>: <\/strong>All entrants of the Absa RUN YOUR CITY JOBURG 10K<\/strong> will stand a chance to win a brand-new Chery Tiggo 4 Pro LiT<\/strong> Vehicle valued from R279 000. To qualify for a chance to win this incredible prize, runners need to complete three simple steps: first, register for the event and pay the entry fee; second, collect your race number during the designated race pack collection times; and finally, ensure you’re on the start line on event day. The winner will be announced before the start of the race.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Facebook: <\/strong>@Gqeberha10k \/ @CapeTown10k \/ @Durban10k \/ @Tshwane10k \/ @Joburg10k<\/p>\n\n\n
\n 1. <\/strong>COMPLETED <\/strong>\/ Sunday 07 April 2024<\/strong><\/td>\n Absa RUN YOUR CITY GQEBERHA 10K<\/strong><\/p>\n \n 2. <\/strong>COMPLETED <\/strong>\/ Sunday 12 May 2024<\/strong><\/td>\n Absa RUN YOUR CITY CAPE TOWN 10K<\/strong><\/p>\n \n 3. <\/strong>COMPLETED <\/strong>\/ Sunday 07 July 2024<\/strong><\/td>\n Absa RUN YOUR CITY DURBAN 10K<\/strong><\/p>\n \n 4. <\/strong>COMPLETED <\/strong>\/ Sunday 25 August 2024<\/strong><\/td>\n Absa RUN YOUR CITY TSHWANE 10K<\/strong><\/p>\n \n \u00a0<\/strong><\/td>\n \u00a0<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n 5. <\/strong>NEXT UP: <\/strong>Tuesday 24 September 2024<\/strong><\/td>\n Absa RUN YOUR CITY JOBURG 10K<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n \u00a0<\/strong><\/td>\n Start Time<\/u><\/strong>:<\/strong> 08:00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n \u00a0<\/strong><\/td>\n Start Line<\/u><\/strong>:<\/strong> Lilian Ngoyi Street \/ Mary Fitzgerald Square, Newtown, Johannesburg<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n \u00a0<\/strong><\/td>\n Finish Line<\/u><\/strong>:<\/strong> Rahima\u00a0Moosa Street \/ Mary Fitzgerald Square, Newtown, Johannesburg<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n