Gerda Steyn smashes her own Two Oceans record

It was clear from the start of the race that she meant business as she sped into the lead and never looked back.

And while she faced some challenge from Ethiopia's Tinebeb Ali, the Adidas-sponsored athlete who now runs for Phabtane Athletics Club always looked good for her goal.

Steyn ran smoothly throughout the race, hardly ever looking to stretch herself except on those few occasions when she sprinted to try to shake off Ali who stubbornly hung on until they got into Hout Bay.

But Ali paid dearly for trying to keep up with Steyn as she cramped up badly and ended up finishing in third place.

Her compatriot Anelewotk Bosho finished runner-up some ten minutes after Steyn having worked her way up after a slow start.