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SOWETAN ON THE MOVE | From a DNF (Did not finish) to a Comrades finish

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Kgabile Ledwaba speaks to us about overcoming the disappointment of not finishing the 2025 Comrades Marathon to dusting himself up and trying again this year. He takes us through the emotional rollercoaster of navigating disappointment, to working hard to cross the finish line this year.

30 Jul English South Africa Sports

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