Hundreds turn up for Manjoh Race despite cold.
Formerly known as the Garbie Road Race, the race attracted runners of all ages and fitness levels.
A cold breeze blew as more than 2 200 runners made their way into Veritas College Senior School on Sunday morning to be part of the Manjoh Race.
Formerly known as the Garbie Road Race, the race attracted runners of all ages and fitness levels.
Winner of the 15km race, Katlego Khanye says he was surprised by the result.
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“I had to work through December, so I had no time to train with my club.
“I came here to test my fitness levels, and to see how much work needs to be done, before the Johnson Crane Hire Marathon.”
He completed the race at 49 minutes and 20 seconds.
“My strategy was to break away from the leading group at 5km, which I did successfully.
“I am very proud of myself!”
Khanye says he wants to push himself harder and complete 45km in 45 minutes.
Eleven-year-old Jordan Lamprecht won the 5km race in 21 minutes and 38 seconds.
“I feel great.
“I just ran a normal race.
“I was not thinking about winning or not winning,” he explains.
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Emmanuel Magakwe completed the 32km route in one hour and 48 minutes.
The day’s event also included kiddies’ runs.
Larissa Donker, one of the organisers from Striders Athletics Club, says they are grateful for their sponsor, Manjoh’s, commitment to the health and wellness of the community.
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