In an exciting twist, South African middle-distance legend and celebrated coach Caster Semenya is set to make her Boxer Super Run debut in Tshwane this coming Sunday, 10 November 2024. Adding to the excitement, Semenya’s fiercest competition will come from none other than Glenrose Xaba, Karabo More, Karabo Mailula and Karabo Motsoeneng—whom are all coached by both Caster and Ledile Violet Semenya.
With TUKS holding a special place in her heart, Caster Semenya embraced the chance to participate in the Boxer Super Run in Tshwane.
“TUKS holds great memories for me as this club was where I developed as an athlete,” says Semenya. “Being back at TUKS fulfils my soul—it has been my home since the start of my running career. Racing here feels incredible, as it’s a world-class facility that brings me peace of mind.”
Semenya believes the Boxer Super Run offers invaluable opportunities for young athletes. “This event motivates the youth and provides a great platform for the future of sport,” she adds. “The R147,000 prize purse is fantastic; it boosts morale and gives athletes, especially elites, extra motivation to compete.”
“My goal is to enjoy the moment while competing against the athletes that I coach,” Semenya says with a laugh. “I’m targeting a time of 16:90 and look forward to delivering my best performance.”
After winning and setting a new national record at the Cape Town Marathon in her debut race, Glenrose Xaba is ready to rest—but only after taking on the Boxer Super Run in Tshwane.
“After the Cape Town Marathon, I set my sights on the Boxer Super Run,” Xaba says. “Running the 5km is my way of giving back to Boxer Athletics Club, my club that supports me. After this race, I’ll finally take the rest I need to be fresh for next year.”
Lee-Ann Pillay, Head of Marketing at Boxer Superstores, expresses her excitement: “We’re absolutely thrilled to welcome a legend like Caster Semenya to the starting line of the Boxer Super Run in Tshwane. It’s truly special to see her competing alongside the athletes she coaches, such as Glenrose Xaba, Karabo More, Karabo Mailula, and Karabo Motsoeneng. We wish Caster, her athletes, and all competitors the very best. We look forward to an exciting day of racing—may the best athlete win!”
EVENT INFORMATION: 2024 Boxer Super Run Tshwane
With 5km being the most popular distance globally, the Boxer Super Run attracts a diverse range of participants, from seasoned athletes to newcomers. This run is for everyone, and Tshwane will get to experience a world-class 5km road run firsthand.
EXCITING NEWS: Discovery Vitality members can now earn Vitality points after completing the Boxer Super Run.
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About Boxer Superstores:
Boxer is one of the fastest growing discount supermarkets in Southern Africa. With a cemented set of ‘people-centred’ goals and values, Boxer has positioned itself as ‘Africa’s Favourite Discount Supermarket’. Since its humble beginnings 46 years ago in Empangeni, KwaZulu-Natal, the Boxer brand, (comprised of Boxer Superstores, Boxer Liquors and Boxer Build) has grown far and wide and offers services to shoppers in 450 stores spread across every province of South Africa, as well as in the Kingdom of Eswatini. For further information about Boxer Superstores, please visit www.boxer.co.za
About the Boxer Super Run:
A world class 5km road run, the Boxer Super Run will captivate entrants, young and old, social, and elite. With 5km being the most popular distance globally, the event attracts a diverse range of participants, from seasoned athletes seeking to challenge their limits to newcomers venturing into the world of road running. This run is for everyone! A highlight on race day will be the Boxer Super Run ELITE RACE where SA’s Elite athletes will go head-to-head in a men’s and women’s race for the coveted title of King and Queen of the Boxer Super Run 5K! For the rest of the field, we’re not aiming for first place, we’re aiming for PB’s but most importantly we’re heading for fun! Choose your wave, dress up or dress down, whatever you do make sure you follow the event on social media and share your experience.
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