EXCLUSIVE: My story isn’t finished yet – Elroy Gelant defies age to keep LA 2028 in his sights
Elroy Gelant in action at last year's Boxer Super Run Durban. The marathon record holder will once again test his speed over the shorter distance when he lines up for the Joburg edition of this year's race on November 15.
By Rowan CallaghanSouth Africa
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Refusing to let the clock dictate the end of his glittering career, a revitalised Elroy Gelant is proving his range across 5km in Johannesburg while keeping the door firmly open for a third Olympic appearance.
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- 35 words · 1 min read
- Published
- October 28, 2026
- Byline
- Rowan Callaghan
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- IOL