YOUR EVENT PROGRAMME
THE RACE
South Africa ’ s largest Women ’ s Day celebration , the Totalsports Women ’ s Race , triples the excitement in 2024 with the iconic event being celebrated in three major cities on three separate dates in the month of August . The festivities begin in Durban on Sunday 4 August , followed by Cape Town on Friday 9 August , before culminating in Joburg on Saturday 17 August .
“ We ’ re thrilled to triple the excitement of the Totalsports Women ’ s Race this year , and each city will have its day to shine as we deliver an exceptional road running experience . We ’ re excited to share the race ’ s spirit with diverse communities and empower women from all walks of life ,” says Michael Meyer , Managing Director of Stillwater Sports .
“ We are committed to elevating the standard of racing at the Totalsports Women ’ s Race , and by hosting the event on three separate dates , we are able to enhance the quality of racing in each city . SA ’ s elite female athletes will not only have three opportunities to compete in a world-class women ’ s-only race on home soil , but also to race against an exceptionally strong elite women ’ s field , including international athletes , at each event ,” continues Meyer .
Enhanced Experience
Title sponsor Totalsports is equally enthused about the expanded format of the event . “ The Totalsports Women ’ s Race is not just a race ; it ’ s a celebration of strength , determination , and the power of women coming together to achieve incredible feats . So we look forward to commemorating Women ’ s Month by hosting three standalone Totalsports Women ’ s Race ’ s in 2024 ,” says Nikki Crous , Head of Marketing Totalsports .
“ We can ’ t wait to enhance the overall experience in all three cities . By spreading the event across multiple dates , we aim to enhance the celebration , provide more opportunities for women to participate , while creating a more inclusive and empowering environment for all . We invite women across all three cities to # LoveTheRun with us at the Totalsports Women ’ s Race in 2024 ,” she adds .
Meyer concludes by saying , “ Both the elite and recreational runners , as well as spectators , can expect an exhilarating and top-quality race day experience in each city . Join us as we actively celebrate Women ’ s Day throughout the month of August .”
The rest of this digimag contains everything you need to know before your race on Sunday 4 August , including the route map , essential race info and race pack collection instructions . So , check it out !
YOUR EVENT PROGRAMME
Friday 2 August
10h00 - 19h00
Race Pack Collection
The playTsogo Globe , Suncoast Durban , Suncoast Boulevard
Saturday 3 August
10h00 - 17h00
Race Pack Collection
The playTsogo Globe , Suncoast Durban , Suncoast Boulevard
Sunday 4 August – RACE DAY
06h00 |
Event venue opens |
Suncoast P3 , Snell Parade |
07h20 |
Nike Warm-up Session |
Suncoast P3 , Snell Parade |
08h00 |
Start of 10km Race |
Suncoast P3 , Snell Parade |
08h20 |
Start of 5km Race |
Suncoast P3 , Snell Parade |
09h30 |
Pump Up Session |
Suncoast P3 , Snell Parade |
09h50 |
Artist Performance |
Suncoast P3 , Snell Parade |
10h30 |
Prize Giving |
Suncoast P3 , Snell Parade |
12h00 Event venue closes Suncoast P3 , Snell Parade
Images : Anthony Grote
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