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What you need to know

• The Sanlam Cape Town Marathon has officially become the eighth Abbott World Marathon Major.
• It is the first Abbott World Marathon Major to be held in Africa.
• The race joins Tokyo, Boston, London, Sydney, Berlin, Chicago and New York.
• The first Major edition in Cape Town will take place on 23 May 2027.
• General ballot entries for the 2027 race open from 10 to 24 June 2026.

The Sanlam Cape Town Marathon has officially been confirmed as the first Abbott World Marathon Major to be held on African soil.

Following the successful staging of its 2026 race on 24 May, the event passed the second and final stage of its Abbott World Marathon Majors (AbbottWMM) assessment process. The achievement secures its place as the eighth member of the world’s most prestigious marathon series.

The marathon now joins the ranks of Tokyo, Boston, London, Sydney, Berlin, Chicago and New York. Cape Town will formally enter the Abbott World Marathon Majors series when the next race takes place on 23 May 2027.

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For Africa, the milestone marks a historic moment, bringing one of the world’s most sought-after running achievements to the continent for the first time.

Cape Town joins the world’s elite marathons

“It gives me huge pleasure to welcome Cape Town to the family,” said AbbottWMM CEO Dawna Stone.

The achievement follows years of planning, investment and international assessment to meet the standards required for Major status.

A collective achievement for Africa

Race organisers credited runners, volunteers, sponsors, local communities and city partners for helping the event reach this milestone.

“This achievement belongs to every person who believed in and committed to this vision,” said Clark Gardner, CEO and race director of the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon.

What Africa’s first Major means for runners

The addition of a Major marathon in Africa creates new opportunities for both elite and recreational runners across the continent.

For many athletes, competing in a World Marathon Major has traditionally required expensive international travel, visa applications and accommodation costs. The Cape Town event now provides access to a Major race closer to home.

The organisers noted that around 80% of the world’s top 50 elite marathon runners come from Africa, making the continent’s inclusion in the Major series a significant development for the sport.

The race has also committed to keeping two-thirds of its entries available to African runners.

The growing profile of the event was highlighted in 2026 when legendary marathon runner Eliud Kipchoge chose Cape Town for his first official marathon race on African soil.

Economic impact for Cape Town

The new Major status is also expected to deliver significant economic benefits for Cape Town and the Western Cape.

International visitors are expected to increase tourism spending across accommodation, transport, restaurants and local attractions.

The event is projected to contribute around R800 million to the local economy through travel, accommodation and meal-related spending.

“For Cape Town to be the home of an Abbott World Marathon Majors race is an incredible moment for our city,” said Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis.

“Achieving this milestone will contribute greatly to Cape Town’s economy, inspire future generations of runners, and leave a legacy for the sport across Africa.”

Entries open for the 2027 Sanlam Cape Town Marathon

The general ballot for the 2027 Sanlam Cape Town Marathon is open from 10 June to 24 June 2026.

Applicants will be notified of the outcome on 26 June 2026.

Entries for the accompanying Peace Run and Trail Runs will open on 3 July 2026, while Candidacy Club members have been given the opportunity to select the year in which they wish to participate.

More information and entry details are available from the official marathon website.

FAQ

When will the first Abbott World Marathon Major in Africa take place?

The first Abbott World Marathon Major in Africa will take place on 23 May 2027 at the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon.

How many Abbott World Marathon Majors are there?

There are now eight Abbott World Marathon Majors: Tokyo, Boston, London, Sydney, Berlin, Chicago, New York and Cape Town.

Why is this milestone important?

It gives African runners access to a World Marathon Major on the continent for the first time and is expected to boost tourism and economic activity in Cape Town.

When do entries open for the 2027 race?

The general ballot is open from 10 June to 24 June 2026.

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Alors que le monde entier se rassemble à Mexico pour le match d’ouverture de la Coupe du Monde de la FIFA 2026, une programmation exceptionnelle d’artistes et d’invités de marque animera les cérémonies d’ouverture et d’avant-match au Stade de Mexico.

Les supporters présents au stade auront un rôle actif à jouer dans le spectacle et sont invités à arriver tôt, la cérémonie d’ouverture débutant à 11h30, heure locale. Les portes ouvriront quatre heures avant le coup d’envoi et un large éventail d’animations sera proposé, incluant des offres exclusives, des récompenses et des divertissements d’avant-match.

Représentant le pays hôte, Alejandro Fernández interprétera l’hymne national mexicain, tandis que Tyla chantera l’hymne national sud-africain, créant ainsi un moment de fierté intense avant le coup d’envoi officiel du tournoi.

Salma Hayek Pinault, ambassadrice de la Coupe du Monde de la FIFA 2026, se joindra à la cérémonie d’avant-match pour souhaiter la bienvenue aux supporters à Mexico et célébrer l’esprit fédérateur du football sur la scène internationale.

Forts de leurs récentes collaborations, Ryan Castro rejoindra J Balvin sur scène lors de la cérémonie d’ouverture pour une performance mémorable.

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Se déroulant 90 minutes avant le coup d’envoi au stade de Mexico, la cérémonie d’ouverture mettra en vedette certaines des voix les plus passionnantes de la musique mondiale, donnant vie à l’album officiel de la Coupe du Monde de la FIFA 2026 avec des performances de Belinda, Burna Boy, Danny Ocean, J Balvin, Lila Downs, Los Ángeles Azules, Maná et Shakira.

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Griquas and the Pumas both claimed convincing wins against overseas opposition at the Free State Stadium on Wednesday.

Griquas, who beat Romania A in the opening round of the Toyota Challenge, made it two from two with a dominant 56-21 victory against Georgia’s Black Lion.

The Currie Cup champions raced into a 28-0 half-time lead and never looked back, scoring eight tries.

Lock Lungi Mbiko crossed inside the opening minute after a powerful break from No 8 Dillon Smith.

One of the highlights of the match came when Griquas caught the visitors off guard with an inventive midfield lineout move that ended with Smith scoring their third try.

Black Lion, who rested several first-choice players, struggled to gain a foothold in the contest and were punished for a host of errors, particularly at scrum time.

Captain Phumzile Makondwana extended Griquas’ advantage shortly after the break before the Georgians finally got on the scoreboard through No 8 Giorgi Sinauridze.

Griquas were reduced to 14 men when flyhalf Liam Koen received a red card for head contact in a tackle, but they continued to dominate and added two more tries while a man down.

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The Pumas bounced back from their opening-round loss to Black Lion by thrashing Portuguese outfit Lusitanos 57-24.

Wing Tino Swanepoel scored three of the Lowvelders’ nine tries, while veteran hooker Simon Westraadt and No 8 Marvelous Mashimbyi each grabbed a brace.

Despite making 15 changes to their side, the Pumas raced into a 26-3 half-time lead.

Lusitanos scored three late tries to add some respectability to the scoreline.

GRIQUAS (56) – Tries: Lungi Mbiko, Jack Hart, Dillon Smith, Tom Nel, Phumzile Makondwana, Keagan Blanckenberg, Cephas van Biljon, Caleb Abrahams. Conversions: Liam Koen (6), Simon Liversage (2).
BLACK LION (21) – Tries: Giorgi Sinauridze, Guga Ganiashvili, Shalva
Aptsiauri. Conversions: Merlynn Pieterse, Luka Tsirekidze (2).

PUMAS (57) – Tries: Marvelous Mashimbyi (2), Tino Swanepoel (3), Simon Westraadt (2), Junior Banda, Troy Delport. Conversions: Danrich Visagie (6).
LUSITANOS (24) – Tries: Hugo Aubry, Rodrigo Marques, Vasco Baptista. Conversions: Aubry (3). Penalty: Aubry.

Toyota Challenge fixtures and results
Round 1
Pumas 36 Black Lion 46
Griquas 35 Romania A 20
Cheetahs 54 vs Lusitanos 24
Round 2
Griquas 56 Black Lion 21
Pumas 57 Lusitanos 24
Cheetahs 47 Romania A 14
Round 3 (Sunday, 14 June)
12pm: Griquas vs Lusitanos
2pm: Pumas vs Romania A
4:30pm: Cheetahs vs Black Lion

Photo: Johan Orton/Gallo Images

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