Iconic symbol of passion

Last weekend, among 55,000 runners, an interesting pair of South African flag running shorts crossed the finish line of the New York City Marathon.

- MICHEL BEGA

Among the hordes, wearing his trademark yellow, green, red, white and blue shorts, was one Dave Obelkevich, an American runner who is worthy of our admiration.

Obelkevich has etched his name in history as the competitor with the most consecutive New York City Marathon finishes (47 to be exact) – an astonishing testament to the 80-year-old's endurance and dedication.

Obelkevich has a passion for South Africa, having finished the Comrades Marathon 11 times.

This is where he discovered the South African flag shorts, at his first Comrades in 2002, and has worn them ever since.