Take note of Comrades Marathon substitution rule
The Comrades Marathon substitution rule is an extension of the race’s rules which forms an integral part of the race’s entry form.
The rule, which was initially introduced last year, governs the process of withdrawing one athlete from the Comrades Marathon and replacing the fully paid athlete’s entry with another athlete’s entry and credentials.
The substitution process runs from April 1 until April 30; late substitutions will not be considered.
It is the responsibility of the substitute to find an athlete who intends to or has withdrawn from the race.
Substitution forms can be found on the Comrades Marathon website at www.comrades.com.
All substitution applications must be submitted directly to the Comrades Marathon Association (CMA) either through e-mail to info@comrades.com, faxed to 033 897 8660, or delivered to the CMA office in Pietermaritzburg.
Both the withdrawing athlete and substitute will be notified of the success or failure of their application. No refund will be handed to an athlete who has withdrawn from the race.
For more information, contact the CMA on 033 897 8650.
