ATHLETICS SOUTH AFRICA

Akani Simbine of Team South Africa looks on during heat 7 of the Men's 100m during day one of the World Athletics Championships Budapest 2023 at National Athletics Centre on August 19, 2023 i

ASA accepts blame for poor showing at World Champs

Athletics South Africa (ASA) has accepted the responsibility for Team SA’s disappointing showing at the recently concluded World Senior Championships in Budapest, Hungary.

SA 5 000m record holder Elroy Gelant

Veteran road runner Elroy Gelant eyes Tshwane 10km title

Following his triumph at the Fortress Running Series half-marathon a week ago, long-distance runner Elroy Gelant now has his sights set on the Tshwane 10km championship.

Geraldine Pillay

Geraldine Pillay concerned about Team SA at World Champs

Retired sprint legend Geraldine Pillay has expressed disappointment at Team South Africa’s performance at the World Championships in Budapest, Hungary.

Steven Khanyile

CGA suspends president Steven Khanyile for alleged embezzlement

Central Gauteng Athletics (CGA) have suspended president Steven Khanyile for allegations involving the misappropriation of funds from the Soweto Marathon Trust (SMT).

Athletics South Africa (ASA) President James Moloi

ASA boss James Moloi optimistic about Team SA’s chances in Budapest

The highly awaited World Athletics Senior Championships is fast approaching, and Athletics South Africa (ASA) is preparing to announce the complete team to represent the country.

Zola Budd, Comrades 2022

Legend Zola Budd urge locals runners not to over race

South Africa’s athletics icon Zola Budd has made an impassioned plea to local runners to prioritise dedicated training over excessive competition to raise the standard of the sport in the country.

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