Steyn’s running career kick-started at the Comrades Marathon in 2015 where she finished in the 56th position. As part of her ambassadorship Steyn will be paired with the Toyota Fortuner SUV.
“Toyota SA Motors is proud to support athletes who embody determination, resilience and a global sporting spirit. To this effect, Toyota’s partnership with Gerda is the beginning of new and exciting adventures,” said Tasneem Lorgat, GM marketing communications at Toyota SA.
Toyota welcomes Comrades winner Gerda Steyn as official ambassador
The four-time Comrades marathon champion holds records for the Two Oceans ultra-marathon
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Toyota SA Motors has announced Gerda Steyn as its new brand ambassador for the next three years. The announcement was made at the 98th Comrades Marathon on Sunday, where Steyn was crowned winner in the women’s category.
The qualified quantity surveyor is a four-time Comrades marathon champion and one of the most accomplished ultra-marathon athletes in the world, holding records for the Two Oceans (six times) and Comrades Marathon down run and up run.
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Steyn’s running career kick-started at the Comrades Marathon in 2015 where she finished in the 56th position. As part of her ambassadorship Steyn will be paired with the Toyota Fortuner SUV.
“Toyota SA Motors is proud to support athletes who embody determination, resilience and a global sporting spirit. To this effect, Toyota’s partnership with Gerda is the beginning of new and exciting adventures,” said Tasneem Lorgat, GM marketing communications at Toyota SA.
Image: Supplied
The company said Steyn’s appointment reaffirmed Toyota’s commitment to supporting sports as a tool for nation-building and social cohesion — values linked to its historic 21-year support of the Comrades Marathon.
Commenting on her appointment, Steyn said: “To represent Toyota — pioneers and leaders in the motoring industry — is a huge honour. I look forward to this long-term partnership with a name that stands head and shoulders above the rest.”
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