Comrades Marathon medalist passed away Friday at age 28 - not sure why?

The South African running community is mourning the death of 28-year-old Comrades Marathon medallist Siphiwe Ndlela. Ndlela finished top 10 in the Comrades Marathon and the Two Oceans in 2016 and 2017. The medallist was in the Drakensberg over the weekend for a training camp when he fell ill. Ndlela complained about abdominal pain, sweating and vomiting during the camp and passed away suddenly on Friday evening. Comrades Marathon chair Cheryl Winn says his death has come as a huge shock. “We’re devastated to hear of the passing of such an incredibly promising and rising star, and our sincere condolences to his family and friends.”

posted Wednesday March 7th