Two Oceans Marathon confirms death of half-marathon runner
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Two Oceans organisers confirm death of runner in Half Marathon
The Two Oceans Marathon organisers have extended condolences to the family of Taryn Armour, who tragically died during the running of last Sunday’s Half Marathon. Armour collapsed just past the 11km medical point on Southern Cross Drive in Constantia. The race’s medical team attended to her, but she sadly passed away. ‘As a team, Taryn’s husband, children and entire family are never far from our thoughts. We extend our heartfelt condolences to t…


The passing of runner Taryn Armour raises big questions about the safety of marathon running
The tragic death of Taryn Armour during the Totalsports Two Oceans Marathon this past weekend has reignited an ongoing conversation: how do fit, seemingly healthy runners collapse mid-race? ALSO SEE: Chloe Bailey thrives during South African holiday Armour, a 48-year-old wife, mother and friend, collapsed just beyond the 11-kilometre medical point on Sunday. Despite immediate attention from the on-site medical team, she passed away shortly after…
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