South Africa · Road marathon · 42.195 km
Balwin Sport Pretoria Marathon
Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa
Pretoria Marathon takes two laps through the capital’s streets, climbing to Fort Klapperkop before returning through Brooklyn and the grounds of Pretoria Boys High School. The views across the city are part of the attraction; the climb earns them. Hosted by Phobians Athletics Club, this is a hilly road marathon at altitude, with a finish at the school’s Old Boys Club. The latest entry arrangements were online only, so arriving with trainers and good intentions was insufficient.
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Upcoming dates
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At a glance
- City / location
- Pretoria
- Province
- Gauteng
- Distance
- 42.195 kilometres / 26.2 miles
- Surface
- Road
- Course profile
- Hilly, with repeated climbing at altitude; the organiser describes a setting around 1,555 metres above sea level.
- Approximate field
- About 1,700Recorded finishers · 2026
Rounded from 1,711 ranked marathon results with finish times in the official Peak Timing table. Shorter distances are excluded.
How to enter Balwin Sport Pretoria Marathon
These are the organiser’s entry routes. Check the linked page for the edition, opening dates, eligibility, fees and current availability.
Direct online entry
The organiser uses Peak Timing for marathon registration. The 2026 race accepted online entries only, with no manual or late marathon entries; check the next edition’s opening date and terms.
Official entry informationRoute and course
A double lap from the Pretoria Boys High School Old Boys Club, climbing Fort Klapperkop, descending towards Fountains Circle and returning through Brooklyn and the school grounds.
Race-day planning
Check which edition each detail applies to before making your plans. Follow the linked instructions for the latest arrangements.
- Race base
- The 2026 event was based at the Pretoria Boys High School Old Boys Club in Lynnwood. Race base information
- Entry planning
- The 2026 marathon had no manual or late entries. Arrange registration in advance when the next edition opens. Entry planning information
- Course preparation
- Two visits to Fort Klapperkop make hill preparation useful; the organiser identifies the race as a marathon at altitude. Course preparation information
Past races and results
Official results archiveOpen the organiser’s results to find a runner, club or published category standing. At festivals with several distances, select the marathon results.
2026 Balwin Sport Pretoria Marathon
Full 2026 resultsJackson Ole Koisenge and Irvette Van Zyl headed the marathon standings on Pretoria’s two-lap course. The overall summaries use gun times. The age-group summaries identify the fastest listed chip times, which should not be treated as a separate confirmation of prize awards.
Men
Jackson Ole Koisenge finished first in 2:24:02 gun time. Musawenkosi Sibiya followed in 2:30:51 and Samuel Sibeko in 2:31:39.
View result detailsWomen
Irvette Van Zyl led in 2:49:07 gun time, ahead of Rutendo Nyahora in 2:59:46 and Nicolene Terblanche in 3:14:02.
View result detailsMen 20-39
Jackson Ole Koisenge had the fastest listed chip time, 2:24:00.
View result detailsMen 40-49
Musawenkosi Sibiya had the fastest listed chip time, 2:30:48.
View result detailsMen 50-59
Ernest Glover had the fastest listed chip time, 2:40:53.
View result detailsMen 60-69
Nico Leso had the fastest listed chip time, 2:53:02.
View result detailsMen 70+
Sello Maloka had the fastest listed chip time, 3:59:52.
View result detailsWomen 20-39
Irvette Van Zyl had the fastest listed chip time, 2:49:05.
View result detailsWomen 40-49
Retha De Wet had the fastest listed chip time, 3:15:08.
View result detailsWomen 50-59
Mabatho Ndwandwa had the fastest listed chip time, 3:43:36.
View result detailsWomen 60-69
Emily Makhubela had the fastest listed chip time, 4:53:27.
View result details2025 Balwin Sport Pretoria Marathon
Full 2025 resultsReuben Mosiane led the men’s marathon, with Stephen Mokoka and Edward Mothibi completing the leading three. Neheng Khatala headed the women’s field ahead of Irvette Van Zyl. Overall summaries use gun times; age-group summaries give the fastest chip times listed in each included category.
Men
Reuben Mosiane led in 2:26:50 gun time, followed by Stephen Mokoka in 2:28:09 and Edward Mothibi in 2:30:05.
View result detailsWomen
Neheng Khatala finished first in 2:48:31 gun time, ahead of Irvette Van Zyl in 2:51:04 and Rutendo Nyahora in 2:54:18.
View result detailsMen 20-39
Reuben Mosiane had the fastest listed chip time, 2:26:44.
View result detailsMen 40-49
Stephen Mokoka had the fastest listed chip time, 2:28:07.
View result detailsMen 50-59
Samuel Malapile had the fastest listed chip time, 3:08:43.
View result detailsMen 60-69
Elias Organ Legodi had the fastest listed chip time, 3:15:46.
View result detailsMen 70+
Ric Marini had the fastest listed chip time, 3:19:09.
View result detailsWomen 20-39
Neheng Khatala had the fastest listed chip time, 2:48:26.
View result detailsWomen 40-49
Carol Smith had the fastest listed chip time, 3:10:21.
View result detailsWomen 50-59
Meg Davey had the fastest listed chip time, 4:12:59.
View result detailsWomen 60-69
Masamuel Moyana had the fastest listed chip time, 4:29:33.
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Common questions
When is Balwin Sport Pretoria Marathon?
The next race date is TBC (to be confirmed). Check the official organiser for the latest announcements.
How do I enter Balwin Sport Pretoria Marathon?
Direct online entry: The organiser uses Peak Timing for marathon registration. The 2026 race accepted online entries only, with no manual or late marathon entries; check the next edition’s opening date and terms.
Where is Balwin Sport Pretoria Marathon and how far is it?
Balwin Sport Pretoria Marathon takes place in Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa. This guide covers the 42.195 km full marathon (26.2 miles). Surface: Road
What is the Balwin Sport Pretoria Marathon course like?
A double lap from the Pretoria Boys High School Old Boys Club, climbing Fort Klapperkop, descending towards Fountains Circle and returning through Brooklyn and the school grounds. Hilly, with repeated climbing at altitude; the organiser describes a setting around 1,555 metres above sea level.
How big is the field at Balwin Sport Pretoria Marathon?
The approximate field is About 1,700, based on Recorded finishers for 2026. Rounded from 1,711 ranked marathon results with finish times in the official Peak Timing table. Shorter distances are excluded. Entrants, starters and finishers are different measures.
Where can I find past Balwin Sport Pretoria Marathon results?
The past races and results section links to the organiser’s results. Select the distance and edition for participant searches and published category standings.
Sources and race information
AthRecs is independent of the race organiser. This guide brings together the linked race information, results and reports. Source review: . Historical details are labelled by edition; current entry availability and final instructions remain with the organiser.
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