Ethiopian runner Mohamed Esa took victory in 2:04:55 for the men’s race at the 2026 Cape Town Marathon setting the course record and wheelchair records also set. Dera Dida Yami of Ethiopia clinched the women’s title in 2:23:18 at the Cape Town Marathon 2026. Eliud Kipchoge took part ending up 16th among elites. The outcomes confirm Esa’s win and Yami’s title at Cape Town 2026. The men’s course record and wheelchair records were also set during the event.
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Here are the results from the 2026 Cape Town Marathon
The South African race is looking to become the eighth member of Abbott World Marathon Majors series
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Results from the 2026 Cape Town Marathon - Runner's World
The race is looking to become the first African World Marathon Major.
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Races - Cape Multisport Club
Past races