South African sprint king Akani Simbine says the moment he has always dreamed about for local athletics has finally arrived as excitement grows for the inaugural Simbine Classic.
As he prepares for one of the biggest moments of his career, not as a sprinter but as a race organiser, Akani Simbine believes athletics in South Africa is in a good space.
Athletics legend Hezekiel Sepeng has explained to SABC Sport the vision behind his maiden Sepeng Invitational, which will take place at the Puk McArthur Stadium in his hometown of Potchefstroom on 7 April.
South African sprinter Akani Simbine believes his newly-launched Simbine Classic will open valuable doors for local athletes to secure invitations to compete abroad.
South Africa’s sprint king Akani Simbine has made a passionate call for athletes to be celebrated while they are still alive, saying naming competitions after sporting heroes is one way to honour their contribution to the sport.