SPONSOR NEWS
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Signings!
Here’ s the latest news on the sponsorship front for the Totalsports Two Oceans Marathon.
FIVE MORE YEARS FOR TOTALSPORTS
Following four fantastic years as the Title Sponsor of the the iconic Totalsports Two Oceans Marathon( TTOM), South Africa’ s largest sporting goods retail brand has re-signed for another five years as Title Sponsor of the World’ s Most Beautiful Marathon.
“ Totalsports’ decision to extend their Title Sponsorship for another five years is a powerful endorsement of the direction in which the Totalsports Two Oceans Marathon is heading,” says Chris Goldschmidt, Chairperson of the Two Oceans Marathon NPC.“ This renewed commitment allows us to plan boldly, invest meaningfully, and continue growing an event that inspires thousands of runners each year. Their support strengthens every facet of the race, from elite competition to community upliftment.”
Wade Bromfield, General Manager of the Totalsports Two Oceans Marathon, adds his view on how this partnership will further enhance the runner experience and elevate the event overall.“ This unprecedented five-year commitment demonstrates Totalsports’ belief in the event, the team, the runners, and the sport itself. Together we aim to reset with purpose by honouring our heritage, learning from the past, innovating for the future, and delivering a world-class event.”
“ At the heart of everything that the Totalsports Two Oceans Marathon does is the runner, and together with Totalsports and the TOM NPC, we are committed to prioritising the entrant, ensuring every touchpoint provides a seamless, joyful, and unforgettable experience,” adds Bromfield
Extended Sponsorship
Adding to the fantastic news, Totalsports will for the first time in 2026, also become the Title Sponsor of the Totalsports Two Oceans Marathon Trail Run – a major coup for the event and a powerful demonstration of the company’ s continued commitment to the running community.
Reflecting on Totalsports’ ongoing commitment to the event, Jonathan Stein, Head of Totalsports, says:“ We are proud to renew our Title Sponsorship of the Two Oceans Marathon for another five years. This event holds a special place in our hearts – its rich history and the incredible community of runners make it a true highlight of the sporting calendar.”
Stein adds:“ We are excited to also take on the role of Title Sponsor of the Totalsports Two Oceans Marathon Trail Run. This is the perfect fit, as the Trail Run embodies the same spirit of adventure, community, and love for the sport that defines Totalsports. By joining forces, we can continue to support runners across all distances, deliver exceptional experiences, and celebrate South Africa’ s trail-running legacy.”
Bromfield concludes by saying:“ The Totalsports Two Oceans Marathon continues to showcase our city and country, representing Cape Town and South Africa proudly on the global stage, while creating meaningful impact by empowering tourism, supporting local businesses, and benefiting communities well beyond race day. Totalsports’ continued partnership reinforces the strength of our shared vision, and we couldn’ t be more excited for what the next five years will bring.”
VERSUS SOCKS SIGNS ON
The Totalsports Two Oceans Marathon( TTOM) is excited to welcome leading South African performance sock brand, Versus Socks, as the official sock partner of the event in 2026. This means that for the first time ever, every entrant will receive a limited-edition pair of TTOM-branded Versus Running Socks, adding a new level of comfort and style to the runner experience.
“ This partnership represents a meaningful value add for both Versus and TTOM,” says Michael Meyer, Managing Director of Stillwater Sports, the staging and commercial partner of the world’ s most beautiful marathon.“ Versus brings innovation, energy, and a proudly local success story, while TTOM offers an iconic platform that celebrates endurance, community, and excellence. Together, we will elevate the runner experience and showcase a leading South African performance socks brand on a global stage.”
“ In celebration of the collaboration – and in line with our commitment to resetting and redefining TTOM in 2026 – every entrant will receive a limited-edition pair of TTOM-branded Versus Running Socks,” adds Meyer.“ This is just one of the many exciting additional benefits we have planned for the 2026 event, as we focus on delivering an exceptional, world-class race experience for all 6 participants Totalsports Two.” Oceans Marathon 2026
The new partnership aligns perfectly with Versus’ mission to inspire people to enjoy exercise through excitement and creativity, while also giving the brand a platform to pursue its vision of becoming the performance socks World Champs. As Versus Socks co-owner Jurgens Uys explains,“ Partnering with the Totalsports Two Oceans Marathon is incredibly special for us at Versus. TTOM is more than just a race – it’ s a celebration of endurance, community, and the passion that drives every runner across the country. Aligning our brand with such an iconic event allows us to connect directly with athletes and enthusiasts who share our commitment to performance, quality, and style.”
“ We are proud to be part of the 2026 event, and look forward to engaging with entrants, celebrating their achievements, and seeing them experience our socks in action on race day,” concludes Uys.
Images: Two Oceans Marathon, Versus Socks