The Totalsports TWO OCEANS MARATHON powered by BYD is proud to announce Discovery as its Official Health, Wellness and Banking Sponsor, marking a significant collaboration between one of South Africa’s most iconic road running events and a leading integrated financial services provider.
This partnership brings together a shared commitment to active lifestyles, holistic wellbeing, and community impact, strengthening the race’s mission to inspire participation and promote health across all levels of running.
“We are excited to welcome Discovery as the Health, Wellness and Banking Sponsor of the Totalsports TWO OCEANS MARATHON powered by BYD,” says Chris Goldschmidt, Chairperson of the TWO OCEANS MARATHON NPC. “Discovery is a brand that for many years has inspired South Africans to prioritise their health and wellbeing, making this a natural fit for our event. Together, we look forward to creating an even more rewarding experience for our runners while continuing to build on the Totalsports TWO OCEANS MARATHON’s legacy as a world-class event that celebrates perseverance, achievement and the joy of running.”
Wade Bromfield, Event Director of the Totalsports TWO OCEANS MARATHON powered by BYD, believes the partnership will further enhance the runner experience while reinforcing the event’s commitment to health and wellbeing.
“We are proud to partner with Discovery, a brand that shares our passion for encouraging healthier, more active lifestyles. The Totalsports TWO OCEANS MARATHON powered by BYD is about more than race day – it’s about inspiring people to set ambitious goals, prepare with purpose, and celebrate their achievements. Through this exciting sponsorship, Discovery Bank clients will have access to an exclusive preferential entry window. A limited allocation of entries has been reserved and will be available on a first-come, first-served basis, providing meaningful value for its clients while supporting and rewarding their commitment to an active lifestyle.”
Exclusive to Discovery Bank Members: As part of the sponsorship agreement, Discovery Bank members will enjoy an exclusive preferential entry window from 10:00 on 28 July to 09:59 on 31 July 2026 on a first-come, first-served basis.
Discovery Vitality members will earn rewarding Vitality points when they complete any of the following Totalsports TWO OCEANS MARATHON powered by BYD events in 2027.
| Totalsports TWO OCEANS MARATHON powered by BYD / Night Run | 300 Vitality Points + 500 Bonus Points |
| Totalsports TWO OCEANS MARATHON powered by BYD / Trail Run | 24km: 1500 Vitality Points + 500 Bonus Points 16km: 1500 Vitality Points + 500 Bonus Points 12km: 600 Vitality Points + 500 Bonus Points |
| Totalsports TWO OCEANS HALF MARATHON powered by BYD | 1500 Vitality Points + 500 Bonus Points |
| Totalsports TWO OCEANS ULTRA MARATHON powered by BYD | 3000 Vitality Points + 500 Bonus Points |
Firoze Bhorat, Chief Marketing Officer of Discovery, said the partnership reflects Discovery Bank’s distinctive approach to client value, using the strength of the wider Discovery ecosystem to unlock experiences that clients cannot easily access.
“Discovery Bank has built a reputation for delivering exclusive, high-value benefits that go well beyond traditional banking. From preferential access to events, to industry-leading Vitality Travel deals and highly rewarding Discovery Miles, we have consistently used our shared-value model to give clients meaningful advantages in the moments that matter most to them. This first-ever early access opportunity for the Totalsports TWO OCEANS MARATHON powered by BYD is a natural extension of that promise, giving qualifying clients a genuine head start on securing a place at one of the country’s most oversubscribed races.”
Bhorat adds: “For clients it will be an experience that supports and rewards runners from the very first training kilometer to the moment they cross the finish line, reflecting Discovery’s purpose of making people healthier and enhancing and protecting their lives.”
EVENT INFORMATION: 2027 Totalsports TWO OCEANS MARATHON powered by BYD
| Wednesday 31 March 2027 |
Totalsports TWO OCEANS MARATHON powered by BYD / Night Run
Fees are subject to the prevailing exchange rate at the time of payment. |
| Thursday 01 April 2027 |
Totalsports TWO OCEANS MARATHON powered by BYD / International Friendship Run
Fees are subject to the prevailing exchange rate at the time of payment. Entries Open: Monday 03 August 2026 |
| Friday 02 April 2027 |
Totalsports TWO OCEANS MARATHON powered by BYD / Trail Run
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| Saturday 03 April 2027 |
Totalsports TWO OCEANS HALF MARATHON powered by BYD
Fees are subject to the prevailing exchange rate at the time of payment. |
| Sunday 04 April 2027 |
Totalsports TWO OCEANS ULTRA MARATHON powered by BYD
Fees are subject to the prevailing exchange rate at the time of payment. |
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About the Totalsports TWO OCEANS MARATHON powered by BYD:
The Totalsports TWO OCEANS MARATHON powered by BYD is one of South Africa’s most iconic running events, widely celebrated as “the world’s most beautiful marathon.” It features two flagship events – the renowned 56km Ultra Marathon and the hugely popular 21.1km Half Marathon – both offering runners unforgettable coastal and mountain scenery around the Cape Peninsula.
About the TWO OCEANS MARATHON NPC:
The TWO OCEANS MARATHON NPC is the owner and custodian of the Totalsports TWO OCEANS MARATHON, responsible for the event’s heritage, brand identity, public-benefit mandate, overseeing the delivery of world-class experiences for its entrants, and long-term strategic direction. The TOM NPC ensures the event will continue to positively impact local communities and promote Cape Town and South Africa, on the global stage.
About Stillwater Sports:
Stillwater Sports is the appointed Staging and Commercial Partner of the Totalsports TWO OCEANS MARATHON powered by BYD under a long-term licensing and staging agreement, concluded with the TOM NPC. In terms of the agreement, Stillwater Sports is responsible for delivering world-class event operations, enhancing the runner experience, driving commercial growth, all while expanding the event’s reach and runner value. Stillwater Sports is a leading Sports Marketing and Event Management Agency, based in South Africa, and active across Southern Africa.
About Discovery:
Discovery Limited is a South African-founded financial services organisation that operates in the healthcare, life assurance, short-term insurance, banking, savings and investment and wellness markets. Since inception in 1992, Discovery has been guided by a clear core purpose – to make people healthier and to enhance and protect their lives. This has manifested in its globally recognised Vitality Shared-Value insurance model, active in over 37 countries with over 50 million members. The model is exported and scaled through the Global Vitality Network, an alliance of some of the largest insurers across key markets including AIA (Asia), Ping An (China), Sumitomo (Japan), John Hancock (US), Manulife (Canada) and Vitality Life & Health (UK, wholly owned). Discovery trades on the Johannesburg Securities Exchange as DSY.
