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RACE INFO
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW …
Part 2
Continuing the official Race Information Guide for the 2026 Totalsports Two Oceans Marathon powered by BYD, here is all the essential information about the Cape Town International Friendship Run and the Totalsports Two Oceans Trail Run Powered by BYD.
CAPE TOWN INTERNATIONAL FRIENDSHIP RUN
1 WHEN & WHERE
1.1 The Cape Town International Friendship Run( 4.5km fun run) takes place on Thursday 9 April 2026
1.2 The Start and Finish Venue are both on the DHL Stadium Forecourt, Fritz Sonneberg Road, Green Point.
3 ROUTE
3.1 Runners will start at the Forecourt and proceed through the East Gate of Green Point Park. At the lighthouse, they will continue along the scenic Sea Point Promenade. On the return, runners will follow the same path back, passing the lighthouse once more, and continue to the Fritz Sonnenberg intersection. From there, they will turn toward the DHL Stadium and finish at the Forecourt.
Images: Two Oceans Marathon
1.3 The fun run starts at 09h00
2 RACE PACK COLLECTION
2.1 Please note: This event is only open to International or Rest-of-Africa entrants who are signed up for the Ultra and Half Marathon events, along with up to two accompanying guests.
2.2 All participants, including guests, must pre-register to participate. Please collect your race pack at the EXPO on Wednesday 8 April.
2.3 Participation armbands will be included in your race packs and will be colour-coded according to your start batch. Only participants wearing an official armband will be permitted to take part.
3.2 Marshals will be stationed along the route to guide and support participants. For safety, runners may be briefly stopped at two major intersections to assist with traffic flow and ensure smooth passage.
4 AT THE VENUE
4.1 The following facilities will be provided at the start and finish venue:
• Toilets: Convenient facilities will be available at the venue for participants and guests.
• Hydration: Runners can enjoy a refreshing cold drink upon completing their run.
• Vendors: A coffee vendor will be on site.
• Medical Support: A dedicated medical station will be available to provide assistance, if needed.
See More: Go to page 51 for more detailed info on the Cape Town International Friendship Run.
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