Ideal Conditions and Great Organising Result in Record Turnout at Sapphire Coast Marathon
Ideal Conditions and Great Organising Result in Record Turnout at Sapphire Coast Marathon
The 2025 Sapphire Coast Marathon, held in Amanzimtoti on Sunday, 26 October, proved to be one of the biggest editions yet, attracting a record 2,011 entries across all race categories. Crossing the finish line first in the men’s marathon was Brino Chidzungu in a time of 02:28:05, while Erika Bondesio claimed victory in the women’s marathon with a time of 03:38:39.
Organised by Amanzimtoti Athletics Club and supported by Sapphire Coast Tourism, this year’s event - a Comrades Marathon and Two Oceans qualifier, and the official KZN Athletics 42.2km Championship – saw some of South Africa’s top runners take to the scenic coastal route, including well-known local personality, Schalk Bezuidenhout.
According to Dore Uys of the Amanzimtoti Athletics Club, the 2025 event exceeded all expectations:
“The conditions were, against all odds, really ideal! It was overcast, not too hot, and the humidity was low – perfect running weather. We’ve received loads of positive feedback, and the community was incredibly supportive."
“It was a great milestone for the event with a high number of entries and a smooth, well-organised race. The addition of the livestream meant that friends and family could share in the experience, and the KZN Athletics Championship ran seamlessly. The elevation was a challenge, but that’s what makes the Sapphire Coast Marathon unique, and it was great to see so many first-time runners taking it on.”
Adding to the excitement, Romy Wenzel of Sapphire Coast Tourism, who also won the 21.1km women’s race, said:
“It was a lovely morning with pleasant running conditions. The race once again provided an excellent platform to showcase the stunning coastal suburbs that make up the Sapphire Coast region. It’s such a special event for both locals and visitors.”
Sapphire Coast Marathon 2025 Results
42.2km Women’s Race
1st place: Erika Bondesio (03:38:39)
2nd place: Megan Chettleburgh (03:47:28)
3rd place: Robyn Mar (03:51:52)
42.2km Men’s Race
1st place: Brino Chidzungu (02:28:05)
2nd place: Siyabonga Maguleka (02:30:11)
3rd place: Thabani Ngcobo (02:41:50)
21.1km Women’s Race
1st place: Romy Wenzel (01:34:10)
2nd place: Tayla van Rooyen (01:44:21)
3rd place: Nontobeko Simamane (01:50:21)
21.1km Men’s Race
1st place: Victor Lapit (01:08:28)
2nd place: Lindokuhle Chiliza (01:08:38)
3rd place: Mziwenkosi Mjaja (01:09:33)
10km Women’s Race
1st place: Courtney van Wyngaard (00:42:31)
2nd place: Precious Duma (00:48:62)
3rd place: Talitha Schuch (00:54:00)
10km Men’s Race
1st place: Lindelani Mjwara (00:29:18)
2nd place: Mdumiseni Moto (00:29:55)
3rd place: Simphiwe Zulu (00:30:13)
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