Emmarentia road closures: Get excited for the SPAR Women’s Race
As we are all gearing up for the SPAR Women's Challenge, take note of the following road closures.
The Johannesburg leg of the SPAR Women’s Challenge series will be held on October 6 at Marks Park, offering 5km and 10km races for women of all fitness levels.
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This annual event, which has seen remarkable growth in participation, continues to empower and inspire women across the region.
Since its relocation in 2017 from Wanderers Stadium to Marks Park Sports Club in Emmarentia, the Jozi SPAR Women’s Challenge has accommodated an increasing number of entries and thousands of enthusiastic spectators.
The race is a highlight of the SPAR Grand Prix series, the only competition in South African road running. Female runners have the opportunity to earn points across six 10km races, competing for cash prizes and other rewards.
On race day, participants will gather at two starting points:
5km race: Starting at Umgeni Road, corner of Hill Road
10km race: Starting at Buffalo Road, corner of Hill Road. To ensure the safety of the runners and to facilitate the smooth running of the event, several temporary road closures will be implemented from 5:00 to 11:00 on race day.
The closures are designed to prevent participant parking that could obstruct the running route and to minimise inconvenience to residents.
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While access for residents will be maintained, it will be limited as runners will run in the designated route.
The affected intersections will include:
Corner of Judith and Beyers Naude roads
Corner of Judith Road and Barry Hertzog Avenue
Corner of Barry Hertzog Avenue and Sabie Road
Corner of Sabie and Rustenburg roads
Corner of Barry Hertzog Avenue and Umgeni Road
Corner of Komatie Street and Greenhill Road
Corner of Komatie Street and Troon Road
Corner of Troon and Hill roads
Corner of Troon and Orange roads
Corner of Orange and Letaba roads
Corner of Orange and Illovo roads
Corner of Orange and Mazoe roads.
The event organisers are committed to ensuring minimal disruption for nearby residents while fostering a vibrant atmosphere of community spirit and athletic achievement.
As the countdown to the Johannesburg SPAR Women’s Challenge continues, all eyes will be on the participants as they ready their running shoes for a day of empowerment, camaraderie, and celebration of women in sport. Join us in supporting these incredible athletes as they take to the streets of Johannesburg.
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