Medals for Prudence Sekgodiso, Akani Simbine as South African athletes shine at World Indoor Championships

Medals for Prudence Sekgodiso, Akani Simbine as South African athletes shine at World Indoor Championships

Prudence Sekgodiso is the first South African woman to win a medal at the World Indoor Championships.

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Simbine bags a medal but Sekgodiso steals the show

By Dylan Bettencourt Prudence Sekgodiso ran a world-leading time to win gold in the 800m at the World Indoor Championships. Akani Simbine claimed his first global individual medal in the 60m sprint.  South Africa has found another athletics star and her name is Prudence Sekgodiso. The 23-year-old runner claimed her first major international title on Sunday when she stormed to victory in the women’s 800m final at the World Indoor Championships …

Mzansi Celebrate Prudence Sekgodiso's 1st Women's World Indoor Gold

South Africa is bursting with pride after Prudence Sekgodiso’s stunning victory at the World Athletics Indoor Championships in Nanjing, China! Not only did she clinch a gold medal in the women’s 800m, but this historic win marks South Africa’s first-ever gold in this international sporting event.   Nanjing, China (24 March 2025) – When it comes to making history, you can bet on South Africans to shine and make you proud! Sports fans are relishin…