New SA 10km record holder, Glenrose Xaba, is in the best shape of her life and ready to prove it this Women’s Month when she lines up at the iconic Totalsports Women’s Race in Cape Town on Friday, 09 August 2024, and in Joburg on Saturday, 17 August 2024.
No stranger to the Totalsports Women’s Race, Xaba has claimed the top spot on the podium in Durban once and in Joburg twice during her illustrious career. In 2024, for the first time ever, the three races will be hosted across three major cities on three separate days in August, allowing Xaba to compete in more than one race. Unfortunately, the Totalsports Women’s Race in Durban is not on her schedule this year, as "Supercharge," as she’s affectionately known, already had a prior commitment.
Setting the stage for an unforgettable Totalsports Women’s Race in Cape Town and Joburg, Xaba is energised by her recent achievement after breaking the national 10km record at the Absa RUN YOUR CITY DURBAN 10K with a remarkable time of 31:12. This incredible achievement shaves one second off the previous record set by Elana Meyer in October 2001.
“I love that the Totalsports Women’s Race honors women and encourages them to stay healthy and fit,” says Xaba. “This race is close to my heart because it takes place during Women’s Month and supports PinkDrive, an organisation that helps those diagnosed with cancer. I also appreciate that it’s a women’s-only race, providing a vital opportunity for women to network and support each other in sports.”
In 2024, the Totalsports Women’s Race will feature an impressive, combined prize purse of R412,500. This purse will be split evenly across the three races, with each race receiving a total of R137,500. Prize money will be awarded to the top 10 finishers in the Open Category, with the winner receiving R30,000, the runner-up R20,000, and the third-place finisher R15,000. Additionally, prize money will be awarded to the top 3 finishers in the Junior, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70+ categories.
“Having a substantial prize purse is very important as it will encourage elite female athletes to participate in the race, while encouraging upcoming athletes to keep to the short distances like 10km,” confirms Xaba. “My goal at both races will be to have fun with fellow athletes, while networking and spending time with all the supporters. I am looking forward to a big crowd and big vibes.”
In closing, Xaba adds: “My message to fellow entrants is to enjoy the experience and stay positive. With faith and determination, there’s no such thing as impossible.”
EVENT INFORMATION: 2024 Totalsports Women’s Race
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CHARITY SUPPORT: The Totalsports Women’s Race proudly supports PinkDrive. When registering online for the event, runners have the option to support PinkDrive by donating to the cause. PinkDrive will offer free clinical breast examinations in each city, along with the opportunity to consult with a PinkDrive nurse for general medical advice. Runners can also visit PinkDrive’s “Shop4Cancer” at each event, where they can deck themselves out in pink gear to show their support for this worthy cause and run with pride. For more information on PinkDrive visit www.pinkdrive.org
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