MORE THAN 40% OF #COMRADES2025 ENTRY TALLY SNAPPED UP ON FIRST DAY
More Than A Race – Isiko Mpilo
The Comrades Marathon Association (CMA) is thrilled to announce that more than 40% of the entry cap for the 2025 Comrades Marathon has been snapped up within the first 24 hours of the entry process.
This overwhelming response underscores the enduring popularity and global appeal of the world’s oldest and largest ultramarathon.
CMA Acting Race & Operations Manager, Alain Dalais expressed excitement over the enthusiastic response from runners worldwide, saying, “We are delighted to see such a strong interest in the 2025 Comrades Marathon. The rapid uptake of entries reflects the passion and dedication of our running community, both locally and internationally.”
The 2025 Comrades Marathon, scheduled for Sunday, 8 June 2025, will once again challenge participants to conquer the gruelling approximate 89km course between Pietermaritzburg and Durban. With entries filling up quickly, prospective participants are encouraged to secure their spots as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Participants can get their entry in via the official Comrades Marathon website www.comrades.com or the Comrades App.
Entry fees remain the same as that of the 2023 and 2024 races and are as follows:
ENTRY TYPE | ENTRY FEE |
South Africa 2025 Entrants | R1 200 |
Rest of Africa 2025 Entrants | R2 000 |
International 2025 Entrants | R4 500 |