MAC – FREEDOM DAY MARATHON
Race Rules and Event Guidelines.
Marathon (42.2 km) | Half Marathon (21
km) | 10 km | 5 km Fun Run and 1.6km Championships.
1. Eligibility
Participants must be physically fit and in good
health to take part in the race.
Minimum age requirements apply:
•
Marathon (42.2 km): 20 years and older
•
Half Marathon (21 km): 16 years and older
•
10 km Race: 14 years and older
•
5 km Race: Open to all ages. Children under 12
must be accompanied by an adult.
•
1.6km Street Mile (As per all AFS age group
Categories)
2. Race
Registration
·
All participants must register before the race
and complete the official entry form.
·
Each participant will receive a race number (bib),
which must be worn clearly on the front of the running vest or shirt.
·
Race numbers may not be exchanged, sold, or
transferred to another runner.
·
NO Refunds will be permitted when an athlete
decides not to run the race.
3. ASA (Athletics South Africa)
Compliance
• The
race will be conducted in accordance with the rules and regulations AFS / ASA /
WA.
• All
licensed athletes must wear their official club colors and ASA 2026 license
numbers.
Temporary licences may be purchased by non‑licensed
athletes where applicable.
• Licensed
athletes must wear their ASA licence numbers on the front and back of their
running vest.
• Foreign
athletes must comply with ASA participation regulations.
4. Start and Finish
• Participants
must start the race at the official starting point.
• Runners
must always follow the designated race route.
• Participants
must cross the official finish line to receive an official time.
• All
instructions from race officials, marshals, and traffic authorities must be
followed.
5. Race Route
• Runners
must always remain on the official race route.
• Any
runner who shortens the route or leaves the designated course may be
disqualified.
• Participants
must obey road safety regulations and follow the directions of marshals and
traffic officers.
6. Time Limits
The following cut-off times may apply:
• Marathon (42.2 km): 6 hours.
• Half Marathon (21 km): 3 hours
• 10 km Race: 2 hours
• 5 km Race: 1 hour
• 1.6km:
30min.
Participants exceeding these limits may be asked
to leave the course for safety reasons.
7. Hydration and Water Points
• Official
water and refreshment stations will be provided along the race route.
• Participants
are encouraged to hydrate regularly during the race.
• Littering
should be limited to designated water station areas.
8. Safety
• Participants
take part in the event at their own risk.
• Medical
personnel will be available during the race.
• Any
runner feeling unwell must report to the nearest medical team or race official
immediately.
• Participants
must follow all safety instructions issued by event officials.
• Safety
Officer Contact Number:
Name: Nonzenziwe Moroka.
Number: 083 977 1241.
9. Conduct
• Participants
must always display good sportsmanship.
• Any
participant who behaves in an unsafe or unsporting manner may be disqualified.
• The
use of bicycles, skates, headset and motorized vehicles on the race route is
not permitted.
10. Prize Categories and Age
Groups
Prizes may be awarded to the following categories,
depending on the event structure:
•
Open Category (Male and Female)
•
Junior Category (14 – 19years for 10km), (16 -19 years
for 21km), and (20 – 34 years Seniors)
•
40–49 Veterans
•
50–59 Masters
•
60–69 Grand Masters
•
70+ Senior Grand Masters
•
Prize winners must provide identification when
collecting prizes.
11. Road Closure and Traffic
Management
• Selected
roads along the race route may be temporarily closed for participant safety.
• Traffic
officers and race marshals will manage intersections and ensure the safe
passage of runners.
• Participants
must remain aware of surrounding traffic and follow marshal instructions.
• Emergency
vehicles will always have priority access.
12. Marshal Guidelines
• Race
marshals will be positioned at key intersections and turning points.
• Marshals
will guide runners along the correct route and assist with safety monitoring.
• Participants
must respect and follow all instructions given by marshals.
Any incident should be reported immediately to
the nearest marshal.
13. Results and Timing
• Official
race results will be based on the timing system used by the race organizers.
• Only
participants who complete the entire route will be eligible for official
results.
• Any
disputes regarding results must be submitted to the race organizers within the
specified time.
14. Event Authority
• The
race organizers reserve the right to amend race rules if necessary.
• The
decision of the Race Director and the organizing committee will be final.
Race Day Athlete Briefing
• Arrive
at the venue at least 60 minutes before the race start.
• Ensure
your race number (bib) is clearly visible on the front and back of your Race
Vests.
• Follow
the race route markings, marshals, and official signage.
• Use
designated water stations along the route.
• Respect
fellow runners and maintain good sportsmanship.
• If
you feel unwell during the race, report to the nearest medical point.
• Ensure
you cross the official finish line to receive your result.
Issued by: – Race Director.