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Performance nutrition brand to keep runners fueled and hydrated through the night Pretoria, South Africa – The Sappi Tuks Night Race is getting a performance boost. USN has been announced as the Official Hydration Partner for the 2026 edition of Pretoria’s brightest night race, hosted by TuksSport in partnership with Sappi.
As thousands of runners and walkers take to the neon-lit streets of the University of Pretoria Hillcrest Campus next month, USN will be present to ensure that athletes stay hydrated, recovered and race-ready.
“At USN, we fuel performance and support an active lifestyle,” says Rayno Gerber, Marketing Executive USN – Partnering with the Sappi Tuks Night Race is the perfect fit. It’s a celebration of health, community and energy. Whether you are chasing a personal best or running for fun, we’ve got you covered from the first kilometer to the finish line.”
TuksSport will host the event, which has become known as the Ultimate Tuks experience.
“Hydration is key to a safe and successful race,” says Nicola Macleod, Deputy Director Coaching and Performance TuksSport. “Having USN on board as our Official Hydration Partner means our runners will have world-class support on route and at the finish. Combined with Sappi as the Race Sponsor and TuksFM as our Official Sportainment Partner. we are creating a complete race experience – sport, music and wellness.”
What USN Brings To Race Night:
Finish line recovery zone with UcSN samples and products for pos-race fueling Branded activation area Support for all distance
“This is not just about running,” adds Michelle Le Roux, Public Relations and Marketing Lead, Sappi Southern Africa. “With Neon lights, live entertainment from TuksFM and now USN keeping everyone hydrated, the Sappi Tuks Night Race is about fun, community and finishing strong” Race Details
Date: 9 September 2026
Venue: Hillcrest Sports Campus, University of Pretoria
Start Time: 18:30
Entries: Now open on Entry Ninja
With only 21 days to go, runners are urged to enter early and experience the night where sport meets entertainment, powered by Sappi, TuksSport, TuksFM and USN
About TuksSport
TuksSport, the Sport Department at the University of Pretoria, has positioned itself, both locally and internationally, as a leader in the fields of participation in sport and managing and coaching sport. We offer a professional home for athletes and volunteers who participate in our programmes. As a catalyst for the development of sport, TuksSport adds value and contributes towards sustainable sport programmes for the broader South African community.
With a diverse range of over 30 sporting codes, our campus offers something for everyone. Whether you are a beginner seeking to explore a new sport or an athlete with a high-level profile, our home provides exceptional sporting opportunities worldwide.
We not only focus on top performers but also on club contestants and recreational participants. The high-performance programme provides services that range from scientific and medical to sports testing, fitness, technical and tactical expertise, sports injuries, and sport psychology support.
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