How do substitutions work if I can't run?

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For 2027, substitutions open 16 November 2026 and close 10 March 2027, through the TTOM online entry system only. Like-for-like only: South African for South African, Rest of Africa for Rest of Africa, International for International, and the same distance (a Half entry can only go to another Half runner). You find your own substitute, or make your voucher public on the "Available Substitutions" list. The new runner has 24 hours to pay. The substitute pays the original entry fee plus a R210 substitution fee. No money may change hands between runners; your refund is processed after the substitute has paid. Substitutes into the Ultra must have a qualifier, and South African substitutes must also belong to an athletics club. If nobody takes your entry, it stays yours. Handing your race number to someone else outside this process is strictly prohibited and leads to disciplinary action against both runners, which may include a ban from future events.