Wayde van Niekerk

South African sprinter and Olympic champion

Wayde van Niekerk - Athletes & Sports Figures born July 15th, 1992
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A prominent sprinter specializing in the 400 meters, achieved international success early in the career. Won the gold medal at the 2016 Rio Olympics in the 400 meters, setting a new world record of 43.03 seconds, breaking a 17-year-old record. Also claimed gold at the 2015 World Championships and the 2017 World Championships, solidifying status as one of the top competitors in the event.

Gold medalist in 400m at the 2016 Rio Olympics

World record holder in 400m

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