George Kusche over the finish line.

George Kusche delivered a remarkable performance to win the Comrades Marathon, from Durban to Pietermaritzburg, finishing with a record time of 5:15:56, showcasing his exceptional pacing and strategy.

Kusche had perfectly paced the run in which he only took the lead with less than an hour to go of the race.

With a 2:13 marathon personal best (PB), Kusche has made the perfect progression to emerge triumphant in the Ultimate Human Race.

Piet Wiersma was second 5:19:36, with Mbuti Mollo taking third in 5:21:31.