WORLD ATHLETICS CHAMPIONSHIPS

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Akani Simbine ready for his biggest weekend in Tokyo

South Africa’s sprint king Akani Simbine has declared himself ready for the biggest weekend of his career at the upcoming World Athletics Championships in Tokyo.

South Africa celebrate men's 4x100m relay win

SA relay team backed to shine at World Athletics Championships

With the World Athletics Championships just around the corner, South Africa’s relay members Bradley Nkoana and American-based sprinter Shaun Maswanganyi believe they have a strong chance of medalling in Tokyo.

GLENROSE XABA from Athletics Gateng North winning Gold in Women 5000m during day 1 of the ASA Track and Field Senior Champs at NWU McArthur Stadium on April 24, 2025 in Potchefstroom, South A

Glenrose Xaba to turn to marathon if 10 000m World Champs bid fails

Having already secured qualification for the World Athletics Championships in the marathon, Glenrose Xaba is now exploring every opportunity to qualify for the 10,000m in Tokyo later this year.

SA long jump champion Cheswill Johnson

Cheswill Johnson eyeing 100m over long jump title defence

South African long jump champion Cheswill Johnson has confirmed to SABC Sport that he will not be defending his national title this year, but instead turn his attention to the 100m sprint.

Former SA 800m athlete Caster Semenya

Caster Semenya backs Prudence Sekgodiso for World Champs title

Three-time women's 800m world champion Caster Semenya believes Prudence Sekgodiso has what it takes to compete for the title at the 2025 World Athletics Championships.

SA 10km record holder Glenrose Xaba

Glenrose Xaba dominates Spar Womens 10km in Cape Town

South African road running star Glenrose Xaba delivered another dominant performance in the opening leg of the Spar Women’s 10km race at Green Point Stadium in Cape Town on Sunday.