‘Crutch Runner’ Ipeleng Khunou returns to tackle Two Oceans
Inspirational athlete to raise funds for children with disabilities
Ipeleng Khunou was born with an illness that affects his balance but this has not deterred the inspirational athlete. He will continue to defy the odds when he participates in the Two Oceans Half-Marathon in Cape Town on April 20. The 31-year-old from Rustenburg finished the 21km race on crutches in 2018 and is returning to raise awareness about his condition‚ and to raise funds for children with disabilities. Known as the “Crutch Runner”‚ Khunou was born with septo-optic dysplasia, a rare brain condition that causes loss of balance and affects eyesight. Apart from staying committed to his training, the most important part of overcoming his condition is working with organisations that are aligned with his goals, he says. “I believe in running for a purpose and I want to work with companies that don’t just believe in me as an individual but support athletes and people from all backgrounds and abilities. ‘‘That’s why I joined the Nedbank Running Club. It is more than just a club — ...
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