Bootlegger Partners with Totalsports Two Oceans Marathon 2026”

The organisers of the World’s Most Beautiful Marathon are proud to welcome Bootlegger as an official Event Partner of the Totalsports Two Oceans Marathon powered by BYD from 2026, in a three-year partnership.

“We are proud to welcome Bootlegger to the Totalsports Two Oceans Marathon powered by BYD family,” says Chris Goldschmidt, Chairperson of the Two Oceans Marathon NPC. “Their commitment to quality and community aligns perfectly with the spirit of the World’s Most Beautiful Marathon, and we look forward to sharing this partnership with our runners and supporters in 2026.”

Joining Chris in welcoming Bootlegger, Wade Bromfield, General Manager of the Totalsports Two Oceans Marathon powered by BYD, added: “Bootlegger brings energy, passion, and a love for people, values at the heart of the Two Oceans Marathon. Having them on board as an official Event Partner adds an exciting dimension to the 2026 event experience for everyone involved.”

Bootlegger is a premium South African café brand, known for great coffee, all-day dining, and a strong community vibe. With 100+ stores, it’s a hub for quality, consistency, and active lifestyle enthusiasts.

Miguel Netto, Group Head of Marketing at Bootlegger, commented on the partnership: “From a brand perspective, this partnership makes complete sense for Bootlegger. We’ve built a strong national presence rooted in quality, consistency, and community, and the Totalsports Two Oceans Marathon brings all of this together on a grand scale. Working closely with the Two Oceans team, we see this as an opportunity to elevate the overall experience across every touchpoint, delivering a world-class standard for runners and supporters.”

Pieter Bloem, Founder of Bootlegger, added: “The Totalsports Two Oceans Marathon is one of South Africa’s most iconic sporting events, and we’re proud to be partnering with a platform of this calibre. At Bootlegger, we’ve always believed in building a brand that sits at the centre of people’s daily rituals and active lifestyles. This partnership allows us to extend that into a space that brings together thousands of passionate runners and supporters, and to deliver our product in a way that enhances the overall event experience.”

As part of the partnership, Bootlegger will play an active role across race weekend, bringing its signature coffee experience to runners and supporters alike.

EVENT INFORMATION: Totalsports Two Oceans Marathon powered by BYD