Bongani Bingwa speaks with Dr Jeremy Boulter, Comrades Marathon Race Doctor, following a gruelling and emotional 98th edition of the iconic race. While tens of thousands of runners took on the ultra-marathon with the support of a vast Netcare medical team, the day was marked by tragedy, with two fatalities and several medical emergencies. Dr Boulter shares insight into the behind-the-scenes response efforts, from 1 a.m. until the final runner crossed the line and addresses difficult questions: Was the team prepared for everything that came their way? What can runners learn from this year's heartbreaks? The conversation also touches on the harrowing case of Moira Harding, the runner found in critical condition a day after the race. With years of experience, Dr Boulter offers a sobering but essential reflection on what worked, what didn’t, and how future races can be made safer for all.

 

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