Photo: Anthony Grote
Boxer Athletics Club athletes Precious Mashele and Glenrose Xaba showcased their remarkable speed at the inaugural Boxer Super Run in Durban on Sunday 15 October 2023, becoming the fastest South Africans to complete a 5km run on home soil with their astonishing finishing times of 13:44 and 16:03, respectively.
According to Mashele, every time that he runs, he is thinking about breaking records. “I always want to run a National Record,” admits Mashele. “The guys were pushing the pace today. When they dropped the pace, I picked it up, but no one responded to me. I’m happy and I think my training is going well. I want to thank PUMA South Africa, Stillwater Sports, Boxer Athletics Club, and my training partner. Thank you for always supporting me. This motivates me so that I can win again. I am happy to win a 5km because it’s not my distance. I would like to be back next year.”
Kabelo Mulaudzi came in second, while Nkosinathi Sibiya finished third.
“I came here to run well,” said a very happy Xaba. “I did not have a good race at the World Champs, so today I came to do my best and aim to run the SA record. I managed to keep my pace well, so I feel very happy. Thanks to the ladies, they ran an incredible race. Well done to Cacisile (Sosibo) who performed very well. I’m very happy for her as she is one of the future stars. The Boxer Super Run was very organised. It’s a nice race and the course is fast. The records are coming! This is my club race, so I’ll be back next year.”
Cacisile Sosibo came in second, while Regina Ndungu finished third.
"The Boxer Super Run showcased an extraordinary standard of running," says Michael Meyer, Managing Director of Stillwater Sports. " We are grateful to all the participants, supporters, and sponsors who made this event a resounding success. We were privileged to witness elite athletes, rising stars, and passionate runners of all ages and backgrounds giving their absolute best over 5km. Congratulations to Precious Mashele and Glenrose Xaba for your fantastic performances in the Elite Men’s and Women’s Waves respectively. You’ve given SA’s up and coming stars something to aspire to."
"The response to the inaugural Boxer Super Run has been phenomenal," says Lee-Ann Pillay, Boxer Superstores Head of Department: Marketing. "Our goal was to create an event that would unite people of all backgrounds and fitness levels, and we've achieved just that. It's been an incredible day of community, camaraderie, and of course, running. We're delighted to have been part of this fantastic journey and look forward to making the next Boxer Super Run even bigger and better!"
EVENT INFORMATION: 2023 Boxer Super Run
Starting at Snell Parade via Lagoon Drive and finishing at Blue Lagoon Park, the inaugural Boxer Super Run catered for participants of all backgrounds - elite runners, casual joggers, and leisurely walkers.
Entrants could choose between one of two waves:
1. Open Wave: For the more competitive runner, offering the ideal opportunity for those seeking to challenge their personal bests.
2. Super Social Wave: For participants who relished the social aspect of the sport. Instead of chasing personal records, these entrants were encouraged to express their unique style by dressing up and contributing to the vibrant atmosphere.
The 5km action closed off with the much anticipated and super-fast Elite Men’s Wave and Elite Women’s Wave.
PRIZE PURSE: The inaugural Boxer Super Run boasted an impressive R147 200.00 Prize Purse. Prize money was allocated to the Top 8 male and female finishers in the Elite Race, with the winners each taking home a well-deserved R20K. The Top 3 male and female finishers in the following Open Wave categories - Open Category, Junior, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69 and 70+ - were also rewarded for their effort. To view the Prize Purse Breakdown visit: https://www.stillwatersports.com/event/the-boxer-super-run/
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Website: www.stillwatersports.com
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 is set to captivate entrants, young and old, social, and elite, in the scenic city of Durban. 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 for your 5km loop along the Durban promenade. Dress up or dress down, whatever you do make sure you follow the event on social media and share your experience.
Event: 2023 Boxer Super Run
Date: Sunday, 15 October 2023
Start Venue: Snell Parade via Lagoon Drive, Durban
Finish Venue: Blue Lagoon Park, Durban
TOP 10 RESULTS: ELITE WAVE
Elite Men
1 Precious Mashele 13:44, 2 Kabelo Mulaudzi 13:53, 3 Nkosinathi Sibiya 13:54, 4 Tebello Ramakongoma 13:59, 5 Neil Van Der Merwe 14:06, 6 Puseletso Mofokeng 14:10, 7 Bongelani Mkhwanazi 14:12, 8 Nicholas Seoposengwe 14:17, 9 Siyabonga Ndlovu 14:29, 10 Brucelynn Damons 14:30
Elite Women
1 Glenrose Xaba 16:03, 2 Cacisile Sosibo 16:11, 3 Regina Ndungu 16:28, 4 Kyla Jacobs 16:29, 5 Camie Prinsloo 16:31, 6 Lebo Phalula 16:38, 7 Danielle Verster 16:46, 8 Simonay Weitaz 16:57, 9 Ntsoaki Molahloe 17:27, 10 Lebogang Phalula 17:53
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