30-06-2025
Runners hit the ground running at SPAR Women's 10km Challenge
YELLOWWOOD Park and Wings athletic club runners delivered incredible performances at the 35th annual SPAR Women's 10km Challenge on June 22. The Durban South runners were among the 12 077 runners who took to the streets of Durban.
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Karen Inggs of Yellowwood Park Athletic Club was especially thrilled with her run, achieving a new personal best of 01:09:56.
'There was a fantastic atmosphere from beginning to end. I did not stick around for the activities and awards, but there was already such a fun vibe going on when Veranda Panda started playing as the women were finishing up and filling the grassy area,' she said.
She also complimented the event's organisers for a wonderfully orchestrated race.
'A pleasant surprise was the goodie bag, they were an absolute treat. I was so impressed with everything this year, I will definitely run next year again,' said Inggs.
Contributing to the bustling vibe was Zuleka Sayed of Wings Athletic Club, who also had a good showing at the race, completing it in 01:04:00.
'It was an absolutely beautiful display of hundreds of gorgeous women who enjoyed a well-planned event. As opposed to other races, this one was about connecting with many of the familiar faces along the route,' said Sayed.
Sayed praised SPAR for once again offering a quality experience. 'SPAR delivered a top-notch event as always. From the goodie bags, the race day vibe and after race entertainment, I thoroughly enjoyed the event,' said Sayed.
To add to the feel-good day, SPAR KZN donated R100 000 to the race's chosen charity, the Sinethemba Women's Foundation in Inanda.
Even though the day is actually a competition, the mood of the day was far more than competition, it was one of camaraderie and togetherness.
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