Calling all off-roading enthusiasts and fitness fanatics: Arena Holdings — the publisher of TimesLIVE Motoring, the Sowetan and the Sunday Times — is looking for a challenger to compete in theFortuner Challenge 2026, powered by Quartz Engine Oil. This action-packed annual competition sees four challengers — each representing a different media partner — being teamed up with a South African sporting hero before taking on a series of exciting challenges designed to test their speed, endurance, and problem-solving abilities. There are some incredible prizes to be won along the way, including the grand prize of a brand new Toyota Fortuner GR-Sport (2.8 GD-6 AT).
Four elite local athletes will each be paired up with one of the challengers competing in the Fortuner Challenge 2026. The overall winner of the 2026 Fortuner Challenge will walk — or should we say drive — away with a grand prize package worth over R1m. The runners-up will also receive incredible prizes from Garmin, Salomon, Specialized, Oakley and Thule.
Complete this online formor scan the QR code to enter your details and you’ll be entered into a lucky draw to be named one of Arena Holdings’ three semi-finalists. (A valid driver’s licence, a good level of fitness and evidence of such are required to qualify.) The three semi-finalists will progress to the final section process in March, where one will be selected as Arena Holdings’ official challenger and compete in the Fortuner Challenge 2026. Hosted by comedian Rory Petzer and former Springbok Oupa Mohojé, the Fortuner Challenge 2026 will take place at Blaauwklippen Wine Estate in Stellenbosch from April 20 to 22.
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The ultimate winner will take home the grand prize package, including a brand new Toyota Fortuner GR-Sport (2.8 GD-6 AT). For more informationvisit the Fortuner Challenge website.
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