Cape Multisport Club

🎉 Congratulations to Linda du Bruyn!🎉

We are incredibly proud to announce that Linda du Bruyn has been selected to represent the Western Province Cross Country Team in the 60+ age category at the ASA Cross Country Championships in Pretoria!🏃‍♀️

The championships will take place at Curro Hazeldean on 5 September 2026.💙💛

We caught up with Linda to learn a little more about her cross-country journey:

🏃‍♀️ When did you start competing in Cross Country?
“I started just before Covid, but this is my first time competing again since then.”

🏅 Is this your first year in the WPA Cross Country Team?
“Yes, it is my first time!”

🌿 What do you enjoy most about Cross Country?
“Running anywhere, as long as it’s not on the road!”

🚴‍♀️🏊‍♀️ What other sporting disciplines do you participate in?
Linda also enjoys Laser Run, Biathle, Triathle, a little Biathlon, and Sprint Triathlon – a true multi-sport athlete! 💪

Linda, we wish you the very best as you take on the ASA Championships. Enjoy every moment and make Western Province proud! 🌟

Good luck, Linda! We’ll be cheering you on all the way!💙💛🏃‍♀️

GO THE DISTANCE AND MAKE A DIFFERENCE! 💙

Get ready for one of the most exciting running events of the year! 🎉

With 3,000 entries last year, the Jan Kriel School grounds were buzzing with energy and excitement! 🔥

Proudly sponsored by Food Lover’s Market, the 22nd Jan Kriel Tekkie Challenge is taking place on:

📅 Saturday, 5 September 2026
📍 Jan Kriel School, Kuils River

There’s something for everyone! 🙌

👟 5km Family-Friendly Run/Walk – Bring the whole family!
🏃‍♀️ 10km Run – Ready to challenge yourself?
🔥 16km Run – Show us what you’ve got!

⏰ Online entries close: 28 August 2026

Link: https://www.jankriel.org.za/tekkie-entry

Don’t miss out on the action, the atmosphere and the opportunity to go the distance and make a difference!

👉 Get your entry in and let’s see you there! 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️💪

Skryf in vir Tekkie Challenge

🏊‍♂️🚴‍♂️🏃‍♂️ Another 70.3 Ironman — and a podium finish! 🇨🇿🥉

We caught up with one of our incredible athletes after completing his third 70.3 Ironman, this time at Hradec Králové in the Czech Republic 🇨🇿.

And what a result! 👏 He finished 3rd in the Men’s 60–64 age category, earning a well-deserved spot on the podium! 🥉🏆

Here’s what he had to say about his journey:

🏅 How many 70.3 Ironmans have you completed?
This was my third — Durban and Mossel Bay in 2025, followed by today’s race in Hradec Králové.

📅 When did you do your first 70.3?
My first 70.3 was in Durban last year.

📈 How does this one compare to your first?
I was much better prepared this time and had a much better approach to nutrition, which made a big difference.

🔥 What was the toughest part of the race?
The run, as always! 😅🏃‍♂️

💡 What advice would you give someone in your age category pursuing a similar goal?
“Maintain regular, year-round training in all three disciplines, especially your weakest one. Make your training enjoyable. We have such a unique benefit training in three disciplines. If you’re tired of training in one, you can do one of the others, or focus on gym or strength work. Everything helps towards your end goal.

Race regularly and as much as possible. I learn from every race and become more comfortable in each discipline and transitions.”

👏 Congratulations on an outstanding performance and a well-earned podium! 🥉

Your consistency, experience and commitment to improving with every race are truly inspiring.

Three disciplines. One goal. Keep showing up. 💪🏊‍♂️🚴‍♂️🏃‍♂️

🏃‍♀️ *Outstanding Performances at the Elsies River 10 km!*🏆

We would like to congratulate two of our exceptional female athletes on their outstanding performances at the *Elsies River 10 km*.

*Jenny Close*, who will soon be celebrating her 49th birthday, secured an impressive double victory. She was the *first female athlete to cross the finish line*, completing the race in a remarkable *sub-40-minute time of 39:57*. She also claimed first place in the *Women’s 45–49 age category*.

Jenny currently holds a personal best of *39:41*, which she achieved the previous weekend at the *Pinelands 10 km*. What makes this achievement even more remarkable is that her previous personal best of *39:44* had stood since 2012!

In Jenny’s own words:
“I think the 10 km is one of the toughest distances. Your heart rate is near maximum for the entire race. During a 5 km, I find the fourth kilometre tough. During a 10 km, I find kilometres five to nine tough!”

What a phenomenal achievement, Jenny! Your consistency, determination and continued improvement are truly inspiring. We are all in awe of you! 👏

*Elmarie Coetzee* also delivered an exceptional performance, finishing in a time of *42:17*. She placed *fifth overall among the female athletes* and won the *Women’s 60–69 age category*.

Elmarie holds an impressive personal best of *37:45*, which she achieved at the age of 45. Remarkably, she only started participating in road races at the age of 40!

Like Jenny, Elmarie considers the 10 km to be one of the most challenging road-race distances due to the high pace that must be maintained throughout the race.

In her own words:
“Geen kans vir asem skep nie! 😄”

Congratulations, Jenny and Elmarie! Your performances are a wonderful reflection of your dedication, perseverance and passion for the sport. We are incredibly proud of you both! 🏅👏

What a fantastic evening at the launch of the **CMC Col'Cacchio Tuesday Five8 Monthly Time Trial**! 🎉

A huge thank you to everyone who came out to run and made our first event such a great success. We also extend our sincere appreciation to **Col'Cacchio** for partnering with us and supporting our running community.

Keep an eye on our socials for details of the next Time Trial—we'd love to see even more CMC-runners join us. Don't miss out on the fun and great pizza! 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

Today, we would like to congratulate Charlene on completing her very first *Double Robben Island Crossing in skins* — an incredible achievement! 🌊🏊‍♀️

Despite experiencing severe asthma attacks during the return crossing, Charlene showed remarkable determination and resilience, finishing the challenge in an impressive time of *6:07 hours. She completed the crossing in water temperatures of just *13.5°C*, without the use of a wetsuit.

Charlene has previously completed two single Robben Island crossings, both in skins. Her preparation for this demanding double crossing included *15–20 km of swimming per week, with only *3–6 km completed in open water*.

What an outstanding display of courage, perseverance and mental strength. Congratulations, Charlene — we are incredibly proud of you! 💙👏

More than 50 Cape Multisport Club (CMC) runners travelled to Stellenbosch to take part in the 2026 Versus Out & Back Challenge, enjoying a fantastic morning of running, community, and camaraderie.

We also had some of our DC and Iron Man Cyclists join us for a pit stop during their training ride.

Thank you to everyone who represented CMC today, your support is what made the day so special!

🐕 𝗗𝗼𝗴𝗴𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝘄𝗲𝗹𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝟱𝗸𝗺 𝗙𝘂𝗻 𝗥𝘂𝗻! This year we welcome back our 4-legged friends (only) on the 5km Fun run/ walk 🐾 Dogs must remained leashed, be socialized and well-behaved and remember your waste bags. Enter now 📲to avoid the que on race day! Food Lover's Market Jan Kriel School VetsMart