Caster Semenya

South African sprinter and Olympic champion

Caster Semenya - South African sprinter and Olympic champion
Born

January 7th, 1991
34 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

South Africa

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Born in 1991, a prominent middle-distance runner specialized in the 800 meters. Achievements include winning multiple gold medals at the IAAF World Championships and the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro, securing the top position in her event. Competitive career marked by various controversies related to gender and eligibility regulations in athletics, sparking significant international discourse. Continued to compete at the highest levels in track and field.

Won gold at the 2016 Summer Olympics

Secured two gold medals at the IAAF World Championships in 2009 and 2011

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