Eryn Marais and Leandré Muller are sharpening their skills ahead of the African Continental Championships with South Africa backing them all the way.
Egypt (21 April 2026) – South Africa’s wrestling duo Eryn Marais and Leandré Muller are flying the flag high as they continue their preparations on international soil ahead of the African Continental Championships set for 28 April to 5 May 2026.
The pair are currently in Egypt as part of a high-performance training camp, representing Team South Africa under the guidance of coach Reynhardt Louw. The camp brings together wrestlers from across the continent, creating a competitive environment where athletes are sharpening their skills against some of Africa’s best.
Adding to the experience is world-class technical input from UWW Development Officer Vincent Aka, alongside a team of experienced international coaches, ensuring athletes are exposed to global standards and best practices throughout the camp.
The opportunity is also a chance to test themselves, learn, and level up ahead of a major continental showdown.
With South African Wrestling investing in international exposure, the camp is seen as a key step in building momentum going into the championships, with the hope that the experience gained in Egypt translates into strong performances on the mat.
Support is also coming from home, with South Africa rallying behind the athletes as they continue their preparations on the African stage.
The federation expressed its gratitude to United World Wrestling Development for its ongoing commitment to growing the sport across the continent.
For now, the countdown to the African Continental Championships continues, and South Africa is rooting for Eryn Marais and Leandré Muller.
Sources: South Africa Wrestling Federation
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