South African sprint ace Akani Simbine has jumped to the defence of World Athletics for their strict qualifying standards ahead of the World Championships in Budapest, Hungary, in August.
Athletics South Africa will roll the red carpet to honour athletes in the inaugural ASA awards at the Thabo Eco Resort on Friday.
Prominent South African sprint coach Werner Prinsloo and sprint ace Akani Simbine have vowed to continue their push for that elusive World Championship medal in 2023.