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Overcoming a DNF (Did Not Finish) at the Comrades Marathon is one of the toughest mental and physical hurdles a runner can face. It takes an immense amount of resilience to dust oneself off, refocus, and return to the start line of the ultimate human race.
In episode three of Sowetan On The Move, host Thulani Mbele sits down with runner Kgabile Ledwaba, who reflects on the profound disappointment of failing to finish the 2025 Comrades Marathon, and the inspiring journey of trying again this year.
Ledwaba takes us through the emotional rollercoaster of navigating that setback, detailing the mental grit and gruelling physical preparation required to transform last year’s heartbreak into a triumphant finish line crossing this year.
Watch the full episode here:
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