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This landmark occasion is set to celebrate the achievements of Olympians, while fostering a lasting legacy for South African athletes.
Smith will compete in a 7. 5km race on Wednesday and a 1. 5km race on Thursday for the Championship, and if he finishes the race within a certain time from the winner, will also qualify for the Olympics.
Bayanda Walaza, the 19-year-old Olympic silver medalist, showcases his talent with a stunning performance at the Curro Podium Grand Finale, marking his first 60m race.
Puseletso Mabote, who broke the Paralympic 100m T63 record in the heats on Sunday, was unable to add to South Africa’s medal tally in Monday’s final.
Competing at the Paris Olympics was a dream come true for eManzimtoti kayaker Tiffany Koch even though she had appeared at the London 2012 Games. On the surface it’s only a matter of crossing the English Channel to get from London into France, But Koch overcame an ocean of difficulties and disappointments to land a spot for Paris 2024.
Two of the brightest prospects in the world of athletics, Bayanda Walaza and Gout Gout, have qualified for the 200m finals to set up a massive showdown at the Under-20 World Championships in Lima.
A fan who had managed to get close to champion swimmer Smith offered the Olympic gold medallist, R 100, while stating that she wished she could give her more.
From waking up late to eating whatever he wants, esteemed South African Paralympian Tyrone Pillay said he is enjoying time away from the athletics arena.
Following the news that one of South Africa's most successful Olympians, Tatjana Smith, has retired from professional swimming, South Africans have flooded social media with heartfelt tributes to the swimming icon
Team South Africa’s track and field athletes such as Akani Simbine could earn a lot more for a gold medal than what is on offer for swimmer Tatjana Smith.
South Africans were unimpressed by the South African team’s opening ceremony outfits.
Here’s what team South Africa will be wearing at this year’s Olympics.
Skateboarding will only be making its second appearance in Paris after the sport made its first official showing at the 2016 Rio Olympics, and it is among five little-known codes.