2017 Comrades entry cap reaches 65 percent
The Comrades Marathon Association (CMA) said there's less than a third of the entry tally currently available.
MORE than 13000 entries have been submitted since the 2017 Comrades Marathon entry process opened two months ago.
The 2017 Comrades entry process opened on 1 September and closes on 30 November or as soon as the 20 000 entry cap is reached.
Comrades Marathon Association’s race director, Rowyn James said: “The third and final month of the entry process is nearly upon us. Traditionally, we see a surge in entries in the last month of the entry process; and history shows us that we hit the cap before the end of November, therefore prospective entrants are encouraged to enter soonest to avoid the disappointment of missing out.”
James added that with the major focus on the athletes and the CMA’s Runners First initiative, they are working with all role-players to ensure that the 92nd Comrades Marathon is a fantastic and memorable day for both athletes and supporters.
Entry fees for the 2017 Comrades Marathon are R460 (local entries), R770 (rest of Africa) and R2650 (international). Visit the Comrades Marathon website: www.comrades.com for details on how to enter.
