The Durban International Marathon is proud to announce that the sixth edition of the race will be broadcast live on SABC.
As the Durban International Marathon prepares to take over the streets of Durban on Sunday, 3 May 2026, this renewed partnership marks the second year in a row that millions of fans across the country can witness world-class distance running in real-time on the SABC.
“Bringing the Durban International Marathon to the SABC platforms is a monumental step for the race.
This event has become the definitive gateway for athletes to reach global stardom, as seen with our previous champions who went on to the Paris Olympics. Now, every South African can share in that journey from the first stride to the finish line.”
Steve Mkasi, Chairman of the Local Organising Committee
How to Watch the Action
The live coverage will capture the intensity of the elite race and the inspiring stories of thousands of runners using the course as their primary Comrades Marathon qualifier.
- Television: Live broadcast on SABC
- Digital: Real-time streaming available via the SABC Social Media Channels
- Radio: Integrated updates and race commentary across SABC radio stations.
Race Highlights to Watch For
- The ASA Marathon Championships: A clinical display of South Africa’s best talent competing for national honours.
- Record-Breaking Potential: With a fast and flat coastal course that saw Elroy Gelant (02:09:33) and Cian Oldknow (02:29:47) shatter course records in 2024, expectations are high for blistering times.
- The Big Stakes: Live coverage of the hunt for the R80,000 winner’s prize and a total prize purse rewarding the top five finishers in the open category.
By partnering with the national broadcaster, the Durban International Marathon continues to drive sports tourism and showcase Durban as a worldclass stage for athletics. We invite the nation to tune in and support the champions of tomorrow.