Durban International Marathon 2026 - Live Stream
View the live stream, TV coverage, race and race day schedule for the 2026 Durban International Marathon.
The 2026 Durban International Marathon is set to take place on Sunday, May 3, bringing elite competition and mass participation to the coastal roads of Durban, South Africa. Starting at 6:30 a.m. local time, the event features both the classic 42.2-kilometer marathon and a 10-kilometer race, with runners finishing at the iconic Moses Mabhida Stadium precinct after a fast and scenic route along the city’s Golden Mile.
How to Watch and Follow Live
Fans can follow the 2026 Durban International Marathon live across multiple platforms, with full race coverage broadcast on South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) channel 3. The live television broadcast will capture the intensity of the elite competition as well as the inspiring journeys of thousands of runners using the race as a key qualifier for the Comrades Marathon.
Viewers can also watch in real time via SABC’s official social media channels, while integrated updates and race commentary will be available across SABC radio stations, ensuring fans stay connected throughout the event.
This year’s edition carries added significance as it doubles as the Athletics South Africa (ASA) Marathon Championships and serves as a qualifying race for major international events, including the World Athletics Championships, the Comrades Marathon, and the Two Oceans Marathon. The flat, sea-level course is widely regarded as one of the quickest in Africa, offering ideal conditions for athletes chasing personal bests and qualifying standards.
A strong international elite field is expected, led by Ethiopia’s Melesa Solomon Kibret, Zimbabwe’s Ngonidzashe Ncube, and Uganda’s Wilfred Kiplangat, alongside top South African contenders. With national titles on the line and qualification opportunities at stake, the race is poised to deliver high-quality performances across both the men’s and women’s competitions.
