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2025 Cape Town Marathon Canceled; Runners Organize City Runs
10/19/2025
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Story summary
- The 2025 Sanlam Cape Town Marathon was canceled on October 19 due to severe winds.
- Organisers informed runners at 5 a.m. before the scheduled start, with many at the venue.
- Sanlam, the title sponsor, announced complimentary entries for the 2026 or 2027 marathons.
- Runners organized impromptu city runs to show community spirit, while critics cited the timing and no-refund policy.
