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John Maytham interviews Mike Finch about the upcoming 2026 Comrades Marathon and its record-breaking prize purse.

John Maytham speaks to Mike Finch, editor of Runner’s World, about the record-breaking prize purse on offer at the 2026 Comrades Marathon. They discuss the financial incentives available to elite runners, the possibility of new records on the shortened Up Run route, and what spectators can expect from one of the most competitive editions of the race in recent years. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often surprises the audience with intriguing book reviews and inspiring interviews profiling artists.  A daily highlight is Rapid Fire, just after 5:30pm. CapeTalk fans call in, to stump the presenter with their general knowledge questions. Another firm favourite is the humorous Thursday crossing with award-winning journalist Rebecca Davis, called “Plan B”.  Thank you for listening to a podcast from Afternoon Drive with John Maytham  Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 15:00 and 18:00 (SA Time) to Afternoon Drive…

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