Jacaranda City Challenge

Jacaranda City Challenge 2026

Jacaranda City
Challenge 2026

Create & share your race with BackMyRun and your friends and family can send you motivational voice notes that play throughout your race.

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Official Race Information

Explore the
Jacaranda City Challenge

Jacaranda City Challenge brings a road marathon to Pretoria, South Africa, with the course coming alive on 24 Oct 2026. Runners can take on 21.10km, 10km, 5km and 42.20km options. Along the way you'll be treated to picturesque surroundings, scenic views and city landmarks. Whether you're chasing a personal best or simply soaking up the atmosphere, Pretoria, South Africa delivers an unforgettable race day.

The Course Profile

Whether it is a asphalt road or a challenging city circuit, the route is designed to push your limits.

Athlete Support

Strategically placed hydration stations and cheering zones to keep your momentum high until the very end.

The Finish Line

A grand celebration awaits every finisher. Experience the roar of the crowd and earn your exclusive medal.

Pretoria, ZA
Location

A premier international racing destination.

Asphalt
Surface

A asphalt course designed for peak performance.

21.10km
Distances

21.10km, 10km, 5km, 42.20km

High Energy
Event Atmosphere

Experience the electric vibe from start to finish line.

Race Essentials

Prepare for the Jacaranda City Challenge Experience.

Jacaranda City Challenge

Race Day Readiness

Environment

Event Protocol

Official Timing
& Results

Electronic timing chips provide accurate race data. Be sure to follow all start-zone protocols for a valid finishing time.

Safety &
Participant Support

Dedicated medical and support teams are stationed along the entire course to ensure a safe environment for all athletes.

Global Standards

Jacaranda City Challenge World-Class Course

A professionally measured and sanctioned route designed to provide a premium racing experience in the heart of the city.

Back My Run + Jacaranda City Challenge

How Back My Run
Transforms Your
Jacaranda City Challenge.

We bridge the gap between runners and their supporters, turning a solitary challenge into a shared triumph through the power of voice.

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Mental Strength at the Wall

When you hit the tough miles of the Jacaranda City Challenge, your phone triggers messages of encouragement exactly when your pace drops or you reach certain milestones.

Family Presence

Even if your loved ones can't be at the finish line in person, their voices will be right there in your ears, pushing you through every kilometer.

Global Support Network

Supporters from anywhere in the world can record their messages. Distance is no longer a barrier to being part of your Jacaranda City Challenge journey.

Lifetime Memories

After the race, you get to keep all those emotional voice notes forever. It's not just a race result; it's a collection of love and support.

How to get started with Back My Run

From Start Line
To The Finish.

Experience the future of race-day motivation in three simple steps.

STEP 01

Download The App

Choose the Jacaranda City Challenge and create your event in less than a minute.

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STEP 02

Collect Support Messages

Share your unique link with friends and family so they can record motivational voice notes for your Jacaranda City Challenge journey.

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STEP 03

Run & Receive Motivation

As you reach key milestones in Jacaranda City Challenge, supportive voice messages automatically play through your headphones.

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Start collecting Voice notes from friends and family!

Race FAQ

Everything You NeedTo Know

Answers to common questions about using Back My Run for the Jacaranda City Challenge.

Yes! Back My Run uses your phone's GPS. As long as you have a signal on the Jacaranda City Challenge course, you'll receive your messages exactly when you pass each KM marker.
No, that's the magic! Your family and friends can record messages from anywhere in the world. Whether they are across the globe or right there at the Jacaranda City Challenge finish line, you'll hear their voices during your run.
The app is designed to handle signal drops. It pre-buffers oncoming messages. If you hit a 'dead zone' at a KM marker, the app will play the message as soon as connection is restored or use the pre-downloaded queue.
Yes. When a voice note plays, Back My Run automatically lowers the volume of any music, podcast or audio currently playing through your headphones, delivers the message, then returns the audio to normal.
Absolutely. Back My Run runs in the background and works seamlessly alongside Strava, Garmin Connect, and any other tracking tools you use for the Jacaranda City Challenge.
Yes. Voice notes can be downloaded after your race with Full Race Packages. Keep these unique motivational memories from your loved ones forever.
Runner

Support

is Confirmed!

Race Date24 Oct 2026
Support TypeVoice Notes Only
SupportersUnlimited

Empower Your Runner In Jacaranda City Challenge

Don't just watch from the sidelines. Create a personalized motivational network that delivers your voice directly to their ears when they hit the target.

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