Data scientist George Kusche wins Comrades in Up run best time (opens original article in a new tab)

George Kusche won the Comrades Up run with a record time despite a stomach issue, earning over R2m in prize money.

• George Kusche won the 99th Comrades Up run with a time of 5hr 16min 06sec
• Kusche overcame a stomach upset and broke the previous best time set in 2008
• Kusche earned over R2m in prize money for his win, first South African, best time, and fastest pace