ATHLETICS-SOUTH-AFRICA

Cape Town SPAR Women’s 10km Challenge winner Hiyane Lama (Nedbank) of Ethiopia, pictured with Olympian, Elana Meyer who won the inaugural Cape Town SPAR Women’s Challenge 30 years ago.

Elana Meyer surprised her SA 10km record still stands

South African athletics legend Elana Meyer is surprised that her records in the 10km, 3000m (1991), 5000m (1994), and 5km (1994) events still stand after so many years, despite the increasing participation of women in the sport.

South African former long-jump world champion Luvo Manyonga

Luvo Manyonga awaiting World Athletics permission to return to sport

Former long jump world champion Luvo Manyonga is waiting for World Athletics's permission to take up coaching in Komani.

Athletics South Africa president James Moloi and Team SA road runners

ASA boss James Moloi encouraged by Team SA’s performance at African championships

After South Africa’s impressive performance at the African Senior Athletics Championships in Cameroon, Athletics SA (ASA) president James Moloi is feeling optimistic about the upcoming Olympic Games in Paris next month.

Athletics South Africa (ASA) Athletes Commission chairperson, Hendrick Mokganyetsi

ASA chief Hendrick Mokganyetsi urges athletes to secure Olympic spots at African champs

Athletics South Africa (ASA) Athletes Commission chairperson, Hendrick Mokganyetsi urges athletes to seize their last opportunity to qualify for the Olympics at the upcoming African Senior Championships in Douala, Cameroon, scheduled from 21-26 June.

Elroy Gelant during the South Africa national road running team arrival at OR Tambo International Airport on October 03, 2023 in Johannesburg, South Africa.

Elroy Gelant headed to Olympics after World Athletics accede to Athletics SA request

Athletics South Africa have successfully persuaded World Athletics to increase the Olympic marathon slots through world rankings, allowing national champion Elroy Gelant to represent Team SA in Paris.

SA 100m star Akani Simbine

Khotso Mokoena: Akani Simbine finally found the dog-fight

South African long jump legend Khotso Mokoena believes national 100m record-holder Akani Simbine is ready to contend for a medal at the upcoming Olympic Games.

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