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Caster Semenya Wins Against Discrimination in Human Rights Court Case!

by Ashleigh Nefdt@goodthingsguyJuly 12, 2023July 12, 2023 888 0

It’s a historic win for Caster Semenya and the superstar’s supporters as the European Court of Human Rights ruled in favour of the athlete’s discrimination appeal. Global (12 July,…

Watch: Shot Putter Jolien Boumkwo Jumps to New Heights to Save Her Team

by Ashleigh Nefdt@goodthingsguyJune 29, 2023 2,496 0

If you’re wondering why everyone is talking about Belgian shot putter Jolien Boumkwo, there’s an incredible story of the best kind of sportsmanship waiting for you! Though it wasn’t her…

Wayde van Niekerk Makes a Winning Comeback at the Diamond League

by Staff Writer@goodthingsguyJune 19, 2023 1,282 0

South African super-sprinter Wayde van Niekerk made a triumphant return to the elite athletics showcase The Diamond League after years away, leaving naysayers (and other athletes) in the dust. …

Meet This Year’s SA Stars Heading to the World Para Athletics Championships!

by Ashleigh Nefdt@goodthingsguyJune 7, 2023October 31, 2024 1,108 0

The World Para Athletics Championships set to take place in Paris are just around the corner! Meet the incredible squad representing South Africa! South Africa (07 June, 2023) —…

Decades-Old Track Record Smashed by Young South African Athlete

by Staff Writer@goodthingsguyMay 10, 2023 2,126 0

The 10 000m National Record in men’s running has officially been smashed for the first time in 24 years thanks to the speed of young South African athlete, Adrian Wildschutt….