Stellenbosch runners preparing for the 2027 Totalsports Two Oceans Marathon (TTOM) powered by BYD will have four training runs on their doorstep, with the Western Cape featuring prominently in the event’s official 10-run Training Run Series.

The series kicks off in Sandton on Sunday 1 November, hosted by Team Vitality, before making its way to the Western Cape later in the month.

All training runs are free of charge to 2027 TTOM entrants and offer distances of 10 km and 21 km, with 30 km options added from January 2027 onwards as race day approaches.

Western Cape training runs at a glance

• Training Run #2: Sunday 22 November (Team Vitality, 10 km and 21 km);
• Training Run #4: Sunday 6 December (Celtic Harriers, 10 km and 21 km);
• Training Run #7: Saturday 13 February (Team Vitality, 10 km, 21 km and 30 km); and
• Training Run #10: Sunday 21 March (Team Vitality, 10 km and 21 km);

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More than just race day

Specific Western Cape venues will be announced on social media in the lead-up to each run.Chris Goldschmidt, chairperson of the Two Oceans Marathon NPC, says the Training Run Series is about building community and keeping runners connected long before they toe the start line.

“The journey to the TTOM powered by BYD is about so much more than race day,” he says. “Our Training Run Series gives runners the opportunity to come together, stay motivated and build towards their goals alongside fellow members of the TTOM community. We want to create that excitement and anticipation from the very first training run right through to race weekend.”

Event director Wade Bromfield adds that the series also gives partners a meaningful way to engage with runners on the ground.

“Our Training Run Series gives our partners a valuable opportunity to connect with runners in an authentic, on-the-ground environment, while adding real value to their training journey. From expert advice and training support to product experiences and activations, we want every training run to offer something meaningful for the TTOM community.”

Registration for Training Run #1 in Sandton opens on Monday 26 October, with the entry link shared on social media. Entrants are encouraged to follow the TTOM social channels for updates on Western Cape venue announcements and registration details for subsequent runs.

The 2027 TTOM powered by BYD takes place from Wednesday 31 March to Sunday 4 April next year, with the half-marathon on Saturday 3 April and the ultra-marathon on Sunday 4 April.

• For more information, visit www.twooceansmarathon.org.za.

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