Ntokozo claims silver at Kaapsehoop
MBABANE – Eswatini’s Ntokozo Nkonyane claimed silver in the 42km race at the Kaapsehoop 4-in-1 Marathon in South Africa on Saturday. The promising long-distance runner produced an impressive performance, clocking 02:17:03 to finish second in a tightly contested race in Mbombela. Nkonyane narrowly missed out on the top prize by just six seconds, with South African athlete Pule Sibeko winning in 02:16:57. The race delivered a thrilling finish, as the two athletes battled for honours over the gruelling 42km distance. Sibeko eventually took gold, while Nkonyane settled for silver. Msawenkosi Mthalane completed the men’s podium in 02:18:29. Nkonyane, an athlete with EUDF, was among three Eswatini runners who featured in the marathon’s flagship event. Compatriot Bongani Jele also produced a str…
