This follows the receipt of numerous appeals and information related to the cut-offs to be implemented at the 2024 ultra marathon. This move signals increased efforts by the CMA to be both runner-focused and responsive to fresh ideas and input related to the growth and improvement of this iconic national event.

This amendment has been made to account for the time taken for athletes to cross the start line, the ongoing roadworks at Sherwood and public recommendations made regarding the correct pacing to be applied by athletes in the first half of the race.

Being an Up Run, the first 38km of which involves solid climbing, runners will be well advised to start the race more slowly, conserving their strength for the more undulating second half. For this reason, changes have been made to the cut-off times to be applied at Winston Park and Drummond.

The following cut-offs will be applied at the 97th running of the Comrades Marathon on  the 9th of June 2024.

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