South Africans are taking on the world through exhilarating marathons. These are the captivating stories of individuals pushing their limits, conquering new terrains, and discovering the globe one race at a time.
But for South African pharmacist Wandisile Nkwalase, marathon running is a unique mode of international travel. He has run 28 marathons — half of them international marathons in cities such as Paris, Tokyo and Istanbul.
The tricky part for South African runners with their hearts set on international races is the expense and lengthy visa application processes.
“For me, running is both exercise and a metaphor. Running day after day, piling up the races, bit by bit I raise the bar, and by clearing each level, I elevate myself. At least that’s why I’ve put in the effort day after day: to raise my own level,” writes Murakami. Just Run Tour’s first marathon was the 2022 Paris Marathon, with only a few runners. But in November, a group of 37 runners travelled with Nkwalase to Turkey for the 2022 Istanbul Marathon.
What is common in international marathons — and part of what makes them a unique travel experience — is that the routes go past some of the landmarks of that particular city. The Paris Marathon, for example, starts at Arc de Triomphe and, 30km into the race, runners pass the Eiffel Tower.
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