Rachel Kolisi Prepares for Wines2Whales Mountain Bike Race with Unique Training Regime
- Rachel Kolisi, the former wife of Springboks captain Siya Kolisi, has shared that she is preparing for one of South Africa’s most scenic and demanding cycling challenges
- She revealed that her training has been a mix of physical and mindful activities, balancing time on the bike with other routines that keep her focused and strong
- The race, which draws riders from across the country and abroad, takes place later this year and promises rugged trails, breathtaking views, and a serious test of stamina
Springboks captain Siya Kolisi’s ex-wife, Rachel, is gearing up for a new sporting challenge as she prepares to take part in the upcoming Wines2Whales mountain bike race.
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Rachel, who recently marked her son’s birthday with a family celebration, took to Instagram to share her training journey with her followers.
In her post, she revealed that she has been dedicating time to building her fitness and endurance, combining cycling with yoga and surfing to prepare herself for the demanding event.
What is the Wine2Whales race about?
The Wines2Whales is one of South Africa’s most scenic and popular stage races, stretching from the vineyards of Somerset West through rugged trails and mountain passes, before finishing along the coast near Hermanus.
The event is known for attracting both professional riders and enthusiastic amateurs, offering a unique mix of physical challenge and breathtaking landscapes.
This year’s edition will run from 31 October to 9 November 2025, with different stages catering to riders of varying experience levels.
For Rachel, it marks not only an athletic test but also a chance to embrace a new adventure away from the spotlight that once followed her as the wife of a national rugby star.
By sharing her preparations, she has invited fans to follow her journey as she swaps the sidelines of rugby stadiums for the rugged trails of the Western Cape.
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Rachel's life after the divorce
Rachel has two children together: son Nicholas Siyamthanda (born 2014) and daughter Keziah (born 2017) with Siya.
The children mostly stay with her, who is their primary caregiver, but Siya often spends quality time with them, embodying being a present father regardless of no longer being together with their mother.
Rachel took to her social media account, sharing a candid glimpse into the challenges of co-parenting and highlighting an emotional moment as their children travelled alone to visit their father, on her TikTok account, on 9 July 2025.
She revealed that it was the first time the kids would be flying alone to see their dad without her, which was "hard" for her.
Rachel Kolisi reacts to JP Duminy’s birthday tribute to daughter
Briefly News previously reported that the ex-wife of Springboks captain Siya Kolisi, Rachel, was among those who reacted to former Proteas batsman JP Duminy’s Instagram birthday post celebrating his daughter Alexa-Rose.
In August, Rachel had also commented on another post when Duminy celebrated his other daughter, Issabella, whom he shares with his ex-wife, Sue.
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