Ruth Chepngetich Defends Nagoya Women’s Marathon Title
Kenya’s Ruth Chepngetich successfully defends her Nagoya Women’s Marathon, walking away with a US$250 000 cash prize.
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Amelework Bosho Claims Nedbank Runified Title
Amelework Bosho runs to victory ahead of Shelmith Muriuki and Irvette van Zyl to win the Nedbank Runified Breaking Barriers 50km Ultramarathon in Nelson Mandela Bay.
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Christine Mboma Crowned BBC African Sports Personality of the Year
Namibian sprinter, Christine Mboma, is the first woman winner in the BBC African Sports Personality of the Year awards category after claiming the prestigious title for 2021.
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Ruth Chepngetich Storms to Chicago Marathon Victory
Kenya’s Ruth Chepngetich earned a huge victory at the Chicago Marathon, winning the women’s race ahead of USA pair Emma Bates and Sara Hall on Sunday #gsportAfrica
Irvette van Zyl Smashes World Record at 50km Ultramarathon
Irvette van Zyl crossed the finish line at 3:04:23 to set a new record as the first South African female to break the 50km IAU World Record, in Gqeberha on Sunday
Pillay, Mthembu and Watta Inspire Next Generation
Be inspired by Geraldine Pillay, Precious Mthembu and Evelyn Watta in this week’s #MondayMotivation focus as we encourage you to remain focused on achieving your sporting dreams on and off the field. #GoGirls
Evelyn Watta Mentors Future Sports Journalists
Award-winning Kenyan sports journalist, Evelyn Watta, is using her role as Vice President of AIPS to mentor future journalists through the Youth Reporters Programme. She chats about her inspiring journey and aspirations.
Nthabiseng Ngutshane Calls for More Schools to Introduce Girls Rugby
As we journey to better understand the importance of grassroots sport in society, gsport Member, Thando Sibiya, interviews Leadhome Pirates Women’s Rugby team’s touch rugby player, Nthabiseng Ngutshane, about her early sporting development and flying the South African flag in Dubai at the Rugby Seven’s International Invitational Women’s Tournament.
Nyahora Eyes Olympics Qualification
Zimbabwean marathon runner, Rutendo Nyahora, plans to continue her preparations to qualify for the Olympic Games as she aims to represent her country at the global showpiece for the second time in her career. She also chats to Celine Abrahams about her journey and shares advice to aspiring sportswomen.
Leballo Ninth in Richest Race
Champion marathon athlete, Louisa Leballo, crossed the finish line in ninth position in a time of 3:12:28 at the third leg of Standard Chartered’s Greatest Race on Earth in Mumbai yesterday morning (Sunday, January 21).