Wally Hayward Marathon
Wally Hayward Marathon is a major Pretoria-area road race around Centurion, popular with South African runners building toward bigger winter goals.
Quick facts
- Full marathon offered alongside shorter road distances.
- Official race site and Racepass registration page both resolve.
- No current official 2026 results URL is stored yet.
About the Wally Hayward Marathon
The Wally Hayward event is a recognizable Gauteng marathon date, giving South African runners a full-distance race before the deeper winter calendar.
Course
The route is a Pretoria-area road marathon from Centurion, with runners managing urban roads, elevation changes, and a full South African race field.
Race-day weather
May in Gauteng is usually cooler and drier than summer, but highveld sun can still bite later. Morning pacing should account for the altitude.
Past Wally Hayward Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Saturday, May 1, 2027 | Upcoming | — |
| 2026 | Friday, May 1, 2026 | Completed | Open results |
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Wally Hayward Marathon FAQ
When is the Wally Hayward Marathon?
The 2027 Wally Hayward Marathon is on Saturday, May 1, 2027.
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