Rising Sun Chatsworth Freedom Marathon
The 52km Chatsworth Freedom Marathon is an undulating route which is predominantly run through the sprawling residential areas of Chatsworth. It is a one lap course with some sections of the route being repeated. Many kilometres of the race will be run along the major Higginson Highway and about 4km will be run along the scenic and wooded Silverglen Nature Reserve. This section of the race normally rejuvenates the tired runners as they take in the scenery and large gulps of fresh natural air into their lungs.
There are about 22 well stocked tables along the route catering for the needs of the runners. Chatsworth residents,volunteers and sport-loving people man the watering points from as early as 4h00 in the morning.The traditional Chatsworth hospitality of bangra,eastern and western music is found blaring out at most watering tables.A festive atmosphere seems to envelope the running route which gives the runners an added impetus.
This has been a trouble –free marathon over the years and the Club hopes to maintain this impeccable record.
The two time ex Comrades winner Stephen Muzhingi From Zimbabwe commented that the Chatsworth Freedom Ultra Marathon was the best training ground for the onslaught on the Comrades. This was after he had won the Chatsworth Ultra twice and then went on to repeat this feat at the Comrades.
The Freedom Marathon is another symbol of democratic freedom achieved in the face of adversity,racism and corruption. Long may the Light of Freedom shine in our beloved Country!!