East Coast Drive talks to Comrades Marathon Race Director Rowyn James

East Coast Drive talks to Comrades Marathon Race Director Rowyn James

What would have been the 95th edition of the Comrades Marathon this year has been cancelled.

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The Comrades Marathon was initially postponed until further notice, but Athletics South Africa President Aleck Skhosana announced the cancellation on Thursday.

READ: OFFICIAL: 2020 Comrades Marathon cancelled

East Coast Drive was able to talk to Comrades Marathon Race Director Rowyn James live about the final decision to cancel Comrades 2020. 

"It’s sad news but it’s definitely responsible news and the right decision was made!" Gordon said.

Rowyn was able to let us in on the scoop behind the final decision and what the plans are for the Comrades Marathon going forward, especially for the 2021 race. 

Listen to the podcast to hear what he had to say. 

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