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Sam Tshabalala

Sam Tshabalala

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Sam Tshabalala made history as the first black man to win the Comrades Marathon in 1989, representing a significant achievement in a race that has grown to reflect South Africa's diverse society.

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Sam Tshabalala was the first black man to win Comrades in 1989.

Sweat, tears and camaraderie as 20,000 runners take on world’s largest ultramarathon | South Africa
The Guardian·United KingdomUnited Kingdom· 2026-06-21
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