Gugulethu Athletics Club

COMRADES MARATHON LEGEND – THAMI MANXOYI 🖤🧡🏃🏾‍♀️

Today we celebrate a woman who proudly carries the orange and black colours of RCS Gugs AC wherever she races. 🙌🏾🔥
Through dedication, resilience, and determination, Thami Manxoyi has earned her place among the club's Comrades Marathon legends. 🏅🏃🏾‍♀️

She continues to motivate fellow runners through her perseverance, positivity, and commitment to the sport we all love. ❤️💪🏾

🏅 Best Comrades Time: 08:41:19 (2023)
🏅 Comrades Marathon Top 20 Women's All-Time Leader at RCS Gugs AC 👑
🏅 Consistent Improvement Through the Years 📈
🏅 A Proud Ambassador of RCS Gugs AC 🧡🖤

Every kilometre tells a story. Every finish line reflects dedication. Every medal represents sacrifice and hard work. 🏃🏾‍♀️🔥

👏🏾 Today we honour a runner who continues to inspire through her commitment, courage, and love for running.
Congratulations, Thami Manxoyi! 🧡🖤


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Today we salute to Simphiwe Vellem, one of the finest athletes to wear the orange and black of RCS Gugulethu AC 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

When the history of RCS Gugulethu AC is written, Simphiwe Vellem's name will stand proudly among the club's elite. 🧡🖤

Widely respected as one of the club's top athletes, Simphiwe has built a reputation through years of dedication, discipline, and remarkable consistency on the biggest ultra-marathon stage in the world.

🥈 A true Silver Medal Specialist.
🏅 5 Sub-7-Hour Comrades finishes
🏅 Best Comrades Time: 6:36:32 (2024)

Today we celebrate not only an outstanding athlete but a true ambassador of the RCS Gugs AC spirit. 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

Who is ready to test the NEW route? 👀🔥

The RCS GUGS Youth Day Race is back with an exciting new 10km and Fun run route! 🏃🏽‍♀️🏃🏾‍♂️

Experience the same incredible Gugulethu spirit that makes this race a community favourite.

📅 Date: 16 June 2026
📍 Ny 49, Gugulethu Stadium
🏅 10km Race & Fun Run

Think you have what it takes to break the course record? Extra prize money is up for grabs💰

Register and be part of the excitement. Bring your family, friends, and running crew for a memorable Youth Day celebration.

🚨Comrades marathon Novice🚨

Congratulations to our very own Martin Hipangwa on taking the first step toward the Ultimate Human Race.

We are behind you every step of the journey. Go make us proud‼️ 💪🏅

Should they just focus on running instead? 😃🙊

We love you girls 🧡🖤