DRIVEN MBSA 15KM Road Race | 2026

The 2026 Mercedes-Benz 15km & 5km Road Race takes place on Sunday, 16 August 2026, starting from Old Selbornian Club in Baysville, East London, Eastern Cape. 🏃‍♂️🌿

Organised by Old Selbornian Road Runners, this verified road running event offers a 15km road race and a 5km fun run, making it suitable for club runners, licensed athletes, social runners, walkers, beginners, families, and local supporters. 👟

The 15km race starts at 06h30 and provides a solid road running challenge for runners looking for a mid-distance race. The 5km Fun Run starts at 06h45, offering a shorter and more accessible option for walkers, beginners, families, and social participants. 🎖️

With water points, electronic timing, medical support, secure parking, medals for the first 600 15km finishers, and a welcoming Old Selbornian race-day atmosphere, the Mercedes-Benz 15km & 5km Road Race is a strong Eastern Cape running event. 🌄

Distances, Start Times & Entry Fees

• 15km Road Race – 06h30 – R200 🏃‍♂️
• 5km Fun Run / Walk – 06h45 – R60 🚶‍♀️

Event Details

📅 Date: Sunday, 16 August 2026

⏰ Start Time: 15km at 06h30; 5km at 06h45

📍 Venue: Old Selbornian Club

🛣️ Address: Pearce Street, Baysville

🌍 City/Town: East London

📌 Province: Eastern Cape

👤 Organiser: Old Selbornian Road Runners

Number Collection

📅 Friday, 14 August 2026: 16h00–18h00

📅 Saturday, 15 August 2026: 16h00–18h00

📅 Race Day: 05h30–06h30

📍 Venue: Old Selbornian Club

Important Notes

• Temporary licence fee for the 15km is R50
• Minimum age: 15km – 15 years
• Minimum age: 5km – 9 years
• Number collection is available on race morning
• Start and finish for all distances is at Old Selbornian Club
• Prize giving is scheduled for 09h00
• Water points will be provided
• Electronic timing applies
• Medical staff will be on duty
• Headphones are not allowed and may result in disqualification
• Long-sleeve shirt for the first 600 15km entries
• Medals to the first 600 15km finishers