ATHLETICS SA

Aiden Smith

Aiden Smith targets South African and African shot-put records

South African shot-put star Aiden Smith believes he is edging closer to history as he sets his sights on breaking both the national and African records in the coming months.

ASA Deputy President John Mathane

ASA to consult minister for guidance on Soweto Marathon as James Moloi remains suspended

Athletics South Africa vice-president John Mathane pulled no punches during a rare press conference called to address several major issues facing the federation, including the suspension of president James Moloi, the troubled Soweto Marathon, unsanctioned races, and governance matters within ASA.

Team SA sprinters Bradley Nkoana and Udeme Okon

Udeme Okon downplays absence of Wayde van Niekerk at World Relays

World U20 400m champion Udeme Okon says the team is not under pressure despite the withdrawal of world record holder Wayde van Niekerk due to injury.

Akani Simbine at the launch of Akani Simbine Classic 2026

Akani Simbine: Exciting time for us in South Africa

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.

Gift Leotlela

SA athletes ready to shine at Kip Keino Classic in Kenya

Fresh from an action-packed national championship, South Africa’s top sprinters are heading to Kenya with confidence and momentum as they prepare for the Kip Keino Classic on Saturday.

Hollywood Athletics Club runners Tayla Kavanagh and Neheng Khatala

Tayla Kavanagh keeps feet on the ground ahead of Cape Town showdown

South African road running star Tayla Kavanagh is in great form but she is staying calm ahead of the Absa Run Your City Cape Town 10km on 10 May.

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