{"id":268098,"date":"2025-08-25T13:29:01","date_gmt":"2025-08-25T11:29:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/districtmailhelderberg\/two-oceans-marathon-2026-new-partnership-promises-enhanced-runner-experience\/"},"modified":"2025-08-25T13:32:30","modified_gmt":"2025-08-25T11:32:30","slug":"two-oceans-marathon-2026-new-partnership-promises-enhanced-runner-experience","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/districtmailhelderberg\/two-oceans-marathon-2026-new-partnership-promises-enhanced-runner-experience\/","title":{"rendered":"Two Oceans Marathon 2026: New partnership promises enhanced runner experience"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>CAPE TOWN &#8211; Organisers of the Totalsports Two Oceans Marathon (TTOM), one of the world\u2019s most iconic running events, have confirmed the 2026 date for popular marathon. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Runners can already mark the weekend of 11 and 12 April 2026 for the running of the marathon, which will now feature Stillwater Sports as the official staging and commercial partner. The partnership, announced by the board of the Two Oceans Marathon NPC on Monday 25 August, will ensure a world-class race experience for athletes, supporters, and the broader running community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Widely known as \u201cthe world\u2019s most beautiful marathon,\u201d the TTOM will attract thousands of elite and recreational runners from across the globe. The confirmation of the 2026 event underscores a shared commitment by the Two Oceans Marathon NPC and Stillwater Sports to elevate the race to new heights while celebrating its rich legacy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cThe Two Oceans Marathon has a proud history, and this partnership marks a significant step forward in ensuring its future as a world-class event,\u201d said board chairperson Chris Goldschmidt. \u201cWe are confident that with Stillwater Sports\u2019 proven expertise, alongside the continued support of Totalsports, the 2026 edition will set new benchmarks for excellence and inclusivity.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With a reputation for delivering premier mass participation events, Stillwater Sports brings a wealth of expertise and innovation to the marathon. \u201cWe are honoured to be entrusted with the staging and commercial delivery of the TTOM,\u201d said Michael Meyer, managing director of Stillwater Sports. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cThis is a landmark event on the global running calendar, and with the backing of the Two Oceans Marathon board and Totalsports, our focus will be on delivering an excellent runner experience, and importantly increasing the runner value. 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