Following the groundbreaking announcement of a R1 million incentive for the first female athlete to break the Women’s Only 10km World Record at the Totalsports Women’s Race in Durban on Sunday, 03 August 2025, event organisers Stillwater Sports have confirmed that the series will boast a combined prize purse of R412500 in 2025.
Established in 2001, this iconic race continues to empower women through running, uniting thousands in a shared celebration of strength, resilience, and camaraderie. The 2025 edition will feature three unforgettable races in three major cities, over three consecutive weeks. The journey begins in Durban on Sunday, 3 August, continues in Cape Town on Saturday, 9 August, and concludes in Johannesburg on Sunday, 17 August 2025.
“We’re proud to announce a combined prize purse of R412 500 in 2025,” says Michael Meyer, Managing Director of Stillwater Sports. “With the series taking place across three cities on three separate days, the energy and excitement is tripled.”
Each event will have an equal prize purse of R137500. Prize money will be awarded to the top 10 finishers in the Open Category, with the winner receiving R30000, second place R20000, and third place R15000. Additional prize money will go to the top three finishers in the Junior, 40–49, 50–59, 60–69, and 70+ categories.
Meyer concludes: “We’re proud to elevate the celebration of women by offering an impressive prize purse, featuring elite athlete participation and a World Record Incentive Bonus. We are committed to advancing women’s road running in South Africa, while striving to ensure a memorable and empowering race experience for all.”
“The prize purse is not only about celebrating the winners – it’s about honouring the dedication, perseverance, and hard work of every participant,” says Nikki Crous, Head of Marketing at Totalsports. “From early morning runs to late-night training sessions, these athletes embody the spirit of commitment and passion. We’re honoured to support and reward their efforts, and we hope their journeys continue to inspire others across the country.”
To view the 2025 Totalsports Women’s Race Prize Purse Breakdown please visit: www.totalsportswomensrace.co.za
EVENT INFORMATION: 2025 Totalsports Women’s Race
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| Sunday, 03 August 2025 | Totalsports Women’s Race Durban Start Venue: Suncoast Casino, Snell Parade Finish Venue: Suncoast Casino, Snell Parade Start Time: 10km: 08:005km: 08:10 Entry Fee: 10km Standard Fee (Licensed Runner): R150.0010km Standard Fee (Unlicensed Runner): R200.00 / includes temp license5km Standard Fee: R115.00 Entries Close: Monday 28 July 2025, or once capacity has been reached. |
| Saturday, 9 August 2025 | Totalsports Women’s Race Cape Town Start Venue: Darling Street, Cape Town Finish Venue: Grand Parade, Cape Town Start Time: 10km: 08:005km: 08:10 Entry Fee: 10km Standard Fee (Licensed Runner): R150.0010km Standard Fee (Unlicensed Runner): R210.00 / includes temp license5km Standard Fee: R115.00 Entries Close: Monday 04 August 2025, or once capacity has been reached. |
| Sunday, 17 August 2025 | Totalsports Women’s Race Joburg Start Venue: Orange Road and Buffalo Road Junction, Marks Park Finish Venue: Marks Park, Emmerentia Start Time: 10km: 08:005km: 08:10 Entry Fee: 10km Standard Fee (Licensed Runner): R150.0010km Standard Fee (Unlicensed Runner): R210.00 / includes temp license5km Standard Fee: R115.00 Entries Close: Monday 11 August 2025, or once capacity has been reached. |
CHARITY SUPPORT: The Totalsports Women’s Race proudly supports PinkDrive, a non-profit company (NPC) dedicated to increasing breast cancer awareness, providing education, and offering free services to medically uninsured individuals across South Africa.For more information on PinkDrive visit www.pinkdrive.org
WOMEN’S ONLY 10KM WORLD RECORD INCENTIVE: In a bold move to elevate women’s road running, title sponsor Totalsports, in collaboration with event organiser Stillwater Sports, has announced a groundbreaking R1 million incentive for the first female athlete to break the Women’s Only 10km World Record at the Totalsports Women’s Race in Durban on Sunday, 03 August 2025.
Read more here: https://totalsportswomensrace.co.za/media-release/totalsports-womens-race-announces-r1-000-000-incentive-for-world-record-performance/
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www.totalsportswomensrace.co. 2025 Totalsports Women’s Race Prize Purse revealed
Following the groundbreaking announcement of a R1 million incentive for the first female athlete to break the Women’s Only 10km World Record at the Totalsports Women’s Race in Durban on Sunday, 03 August 2025, event organisers Stillwater Sports have confirmed that the series will boast a combined prize purse of R412500 in 2025.
Established in 2001, this iconic race continues to empower women through running, uniting thousands in a shared celebration of strength, resilience, and camaraderie. The 2025 edition will feature three unforgettable races in three major cities, over three consecutive weeks. The journey begins in Durban on Sunday, 3 August, continues in Cape Town on Saturday, 9 August, and concludes in Johannesburg on Sunday, 17 August 2025.
“We’re proud to announce a combined prize purse of R412 500 in 2025,” says Michael Meyer, Managing Director of Stillwater Sports. “With the series taking place across three cities on three separate days, the energy and excitement is tripled.”
Each event will have an equal prize purse of R137500. Prize money will be awarded to the top 10 finishers in the Open Category, with the winner receiving R30000, second place R20000, and third place R15000. Additional prize money will go to the top three finishers in the Junior, 40–49, 50–59, 60–69, and 70+ categories.
Meyer concludes: “We’re proud to elevate the celebration of women by offering an impressive prize purse, featuring elite athlete participation and a World Record Incentive Bonus. We are committed to advancing women’s road running in South Africa, while striving to ensure a memorable and empowering race experience for all.”
“The prize purse is not only about celebrating the winners – it’s about honouring the dedication, perseverance, and hard work of every participant,” says Nikki Crous, Head of Marketing at Totalsports. “From early morning runs to late-night training sessions, these athletes embody the spirit of commitment and passion. We’re honoured to support and reward their efforts, and we hope their journeys continue to inspire others across the country.”
To view the 2025 Totalsports Women’s Race Prize Purse Breakdown please visit: www.totalsportswomensrace.co.za
EVENT INFORMATION: 2025 Totalsports Women’s Race
| DATE: | CITY: |
| Sunday, 03 August 2025 | Totalsports Women’s Race Durban Start Venue: Suncoast Casino, Snell Parade Finish Venue: Suncoast Casino, Snell Parade Start Time: 10km: 08:005km: 08:10 Entry Fee: 10km Standard Fee (Licensed Runner): R150.0010km Standard Fee (Unlicensed Runner): R200.00 / includes temp license5km Standard Fee: R115.00 Entries Close: Monday 28 July 2025, or once capacity has been reached. |
| Saturday, 9 August 2025 | Totalsports Women’s Race Cape Town Start Venue: Darling Street, Cape Town Finish Venue: Grand Parade, Cape Town Start Time: 10km: 08:005km: 08:10 Entry Fee: 10km Standard Fee (Licensed Runner): R150.0010km Standard Fee (Unlicensed Runner): R210.00 / includes temp license5km Standard Fee: R115.00 Entries Close: Monday 04 August 2025, or once capacity has been reached. |
| Sunday, 17 August 2025 | Totalsports Women’s Race Joburg Start Venue: Orange Road and Buffalo Road Junction, Marks Park Finish Venue: Marks Park, Emmerentia Start Time: 10km: 08:005km: 08:10 Entry Fee: 10km Standard Fee (Licensed Runner): R150.0010km Standard Fee (Unlicensed Runner): R210.00 / includes temp license5km Standard Fee: R115.00 Entries Close: Monday 11 August 2025, or once capacity has been reached. |
CHARITY SUPPORT: The Totalsports Women’s Race proudly supports PinkDrive, a non-profit company (NPC) dedicated to increasing breast cancer awareness, providing education, and offering free services to medically uninsured individuals across South Africa.For more information on PinkDrive visit www.pinkdrive.org
WOMEN’S ONLY 10KM WORLD RECORD INCENTIVE: In a bold move to elevate women’s road running, title sponsor Totalsports, in collaboration with event organiser Stillwater Sports, has announced a groundbreaking R1 million incentive for the first female athlete to break the Women’s Only 10km World Record at the Totalsports Women’s Race in Durban on Sunday, 03 August 2025.
Read more here: https://totalsportswomensrace.co.za/media-release/totalsports-womens-race-announces-r1-000-000-incentive-for-world-record-performance/
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