Former long jump world champion Luvo Manyonga is waiting for World Athletics's permission to take up coaching in Komani.
Former long jump world champion Luvo Manyonga is waiting for permission from World Athletics as he looks to take up coaching in Komani.
Olympic silver medallist Luvo Manyonga is just 30 centimetres away from equalling the world record of 8.95m set by Mike Powell in 1991 and despite his challenges, he remains determined to break the world record.
Athletics South Africa (ASA) Athletes Commission Chairperson Hendrick Mokganyetsi has confirmed to SABC Sport that the national federation will support 2016 Olympic silver medallist Luvo Manyonga by enrolling him in a coaching course and will also assist him in returning to the sand-pit as an active jumper.
South African long jump legend Khotso Mokoena is doubtful of Luvo Manyonga’s return to the sport following his four-year ban that ends in December 2024.
Athletics South Africa president James Moloi has vowed to support long jumper Luvo Manyonga, who is currently serving a four-year doping ban.