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Cian Oldknow – Born to Run
Cian caught the attention of many in the 2023 and 2024 running seasons, setting personal bests and making headlines with standout performances. George Sithole caught up with her.

How Hollywood Athletics Club’s Gerda Steyn has changed the Comrades Race
Gerda Steyn’s record-breaking efforts have dramatically changed the Women’s race at the Comrades Marathon.

Coach Mdu Khumalo advises Comrades athletes to take it easy
With a week having past since the running of the Comrades Marathon, plenty of athletes will be chomping at the bit to get back into the swing of things. Coach Mdu Khumalo chatted to Thathe Msimango about rest and recovery after the 90km ultra.

Statement on the Passing of Mathews Leeto
It is with great sadness that the Hollywood Athletics Club confirms the passing of one of Elite athletes, Mathews Leeto, who tragically lost his life in a car accident yesterday.

Steyn Crowned Comrades Champion as Hollywood Athletics Club Ladies Shine
Gerda Steyn delivered another masterclass clocking magnificent 05:51:19 to win the 98th edition of the Comrades Marathon between Pietermaritzburg to Durban.

COMRADES MARATHON WOMEN’S PREVIEW: Hollywood Athletics Club Elite Ladies Lead the Way
Whilst the Men’s elite Hollywood Athletics Club misses some big names such as Nkosikhona Mhlwakana who is skipping the 2025 Comrades Marathon, the elite Women’s team that has been assembled is one of the strongest on the day, and will be looking to paint Old Main Road between Pietermaritzburg and Durban Purple!