The Race
There ’ s a reason people from the rest of South Africa love visiting Durban in July . Besides all the usual tourist attractions and things to do , the weather is usually fantastic in Durbs at that time of year . So , whereas the Gautengers are freezing in the cold , dry air of the Highveld , and the Capetonians are negotiating cold , wet winter weather , the good folk of KZN bask in warm , sunny days … and that makes Durban the ideal venue for a 10km race in July !
Since its launch in 2017 , the Absa RUN YOUR CITY DURBAN 10K has granted entrants the unique opportunity to explore their city on foot , on a flat , fast route that is ideal for setting a personal best time , with an action-packed 10km journey that highlights important landmarks and features exciting live entertainment , compliments of sponsors , partners and some of Durban ’ s leading performing arts groups . The fresh sea air and magnificent ocean view just add still more to the experience .
Meanwhile , that fast , flat route is a major drawcard for local and international elites , and the race has not only delivered many nail-biting and awe-inspiring performances since 2017 , but can also claim to be the fastest 10km route in the country , after Joshua Cheptegei ’ s incredible run in 2018 . All of this put together is why the Absa RUN YOUR CITY DURBAN 10K is firmly cemented as one of Durban ’ s and South Africa ’ s must-do events !
Where It ’ s All Happening
The route of the Absa RUN YOUR CITY DURBAN 10K highlights the true beauty of Durban . The start is in Masabalala Yengwa Avenue and runs past the iconic Moses Mabhida Stadium as well Kingsmead Stadium . After a few turns in the Durban Centre and South Beach precincts , the route turns north again for a long , fast finishing section along the beachfront promenade . This section of the race passes by North Beach and Suncoast Beach , as well as the Suncoast Casino and Hotel .
Amongst the other prominent Durban landmarks that runners pass on this route are People ’ s Park , Old Fort , Juma Mosque , Durban Maritime Museum , City Hall , Human Rights Memorial Hall and the Durban Chamber of Commerce and Industry , to mention just a few . And all that is accompanied by the boisterous support of the residents of Durban , who come out in numbers to cheer the runners on . So , if you ’ re running with us this year , it ’ s time to # RunYourCity !
If you want to see exactly where you ’ ll be running , and where you can expect to find the water stations and vibe points , check out the handy , two-page map on page 34 .
Your Race Week Programme
Tuesday 2 July
16h30 |
PUMA NITRO™ RUN # 7 |
Suncoast Durban ( outside |
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Beach Entrance ) |
Friday 5 July
09h00 - 19h00
Race Pack Collection & EXPO
The playTsogo Globe , Suncoast Durban , Suncoast Boulevard
16h30 |
PUMA NITRO™ RUN # 8 |
Suncoast Durban ( outside |
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Beach Entrance ) |
Images : Gavin Ryan , Anthony Grote
WIN A CHERY CAR !
All entrants of the Absa RUN YOUR CITY DURBAN 10K will have a chance to win a brand-new Chery Tiggo 4 Pro LiT vehicle valued from R279,000 . To qualify for a chance to win this incredible prize , runners need to complete three simple steps . More on this exciting competition on page 12 .
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Saturday 6 July
08h30 - 10h00 09h00 - 14h00
PLEASE FOLLOW THE RACE ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Beach Clean Up Suncoast Amphitheatre Area ,
Durban Beach Promenade
Race Pack Collection & EXPO
Sunday 12 May
The playTsogo Globe , Suncoast Durban , Suncoast Boulevard
08h00 |
RACE DAY |
Start : Masabalala Yengwa Avenue Finish : Durban Beachfront Precinct , Golden Mile |
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# RunYourCity # AbsaRunYourCity
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