DNA Economics takes on the JP Morgan challenge

After waiting quite some time to gain an entry into the ultra-popular and inundated JP Morgan Corporate Challenge, this year DNA Economics runners & walkers were delighted to finally get the chance to show the Joburg corporates what Pretoria economists are made of! On the 5thApril 2018, our 11-athlete strong team, clad in our shiny new DNA sports gear, headed for The Wanderer’s Club to test ourselves against the 5.6km track. We were running or walking two races really – one against the rest of the competitors for a chance to represent South Africa at the International JP Morgan Corporate Challenge, and one for the honour of being the fastest athlete in the office.

The race started with a bang, thousands of athletes streaming down the narrow and dimly lit streets of Rosebank. The buzz in the air kept us all going strong though and saw everyone finish well. In a surprise turn of events, our very own Matthew Stern came home first in lightning speed and has been proudly holding the title of Fastest Runner at DNA ever since! (We are convinced he was secretly training for the event). His result was followed by the two very impressive performances of Yash Ramkolowan and Ronald Rateiwa. The Corporate Challenge was truly an enjoyable event for all and a wonderful opportunity for the team to bond whilst getting outdoors and promoting healthy lifestyles! We look forward to going back again next year and trying to not only improve our personal times but give Matthew a bit more of a run for his money!