SRC salutes Fokoroni, Makaza Mike Fokoroni
Mike Fokoroni

Mike Fokoroni

Sikhumbuzo Moyo Senior Sports Reporter
THE Sports and Recreation Commission (SRC) has congratulated Zimbabwean athletes Mike Fokoroni and Collin Makaza for coming first and second in the acclaimed 56KM Two Oceans Marathon in South Africa on Saturday morning.

The Rio Olympics 2016-bound Fokoroni ruled the roost after romping home in a time of 3 hours 13 minutes and 33 seconds. Makaza clocked 3 hours, 14 minutes and 45 seconds.

In third place was Motlokoa Nkhabutlane of Lesotho, who crossed the finish line in 3 hours, 16 minutes and 22 seconds.

In a statement, SRC spokesperson Tirivashe Nheweyembwa said the achievement by the duo was testimony that Zimbabwe has abundant talent that can put the country on the world sporting radar.

“It’s with great pleasure that we’ve received exciting news that Fokoroni and Makaza came first and second in the Two Oceans Marathon that was held in South Africa on Saturday. The Two Oceans Marathon is one of South Africa and indeed Africa’s most prestigious marathons, which every African athlete aspires to take part in. It’s therefore gratifying to note that our own Fokoroni and Makaza took the most coveted prizes of the event,” said Nheweyembwa.

He said Fokoroni’s victory would assist him as he prepares for the Rio Olympic Games in August.

“This marathon will assist in the build-up to the Olympic Games, especially to Fokoroni, who has since qualified for Rio 2016. It’s our hope that the nation will rally behind him and other athletes that have so far qualified for the Games through offering them the necessary logistical and financial support.

“As the sport regulatory body, we’re convinced that we’ve abundant talent in this county to leave an indelible mark at the Games, only if we support our athletes.

“To this end, we wish to appeal to the generality of the population and the corporates in particular to consider partnering these athletes so that their preparations may be as smooth as possible.”

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