Wayde van Niekerk

Wayde van Niekerk

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Wayde van Niekerk is a South African sprinter and Olympic gold medalist, widely regarded as one of the fastest men in history. He made headlines during the 2016 Rio Olympics when he won the gold medal in the 400 meters, breaking the world record with a time of 43.03 seconds. His remarkable achievement not only showcased his exceptional talent but also highlighted the legacy of South African athletes of color, inspiring a new generation of sportsmen.

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Wayde van Niekerk set the men's 400m world record at the Rio Olympics.

Hopes high as trio braces for World Championship final :: Mmegi Online
Mmegi – influential newspaper in Botswana·BotswanaBotswana· 2025-09-18
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Wayde Van Niekerk finished behind Alexander Ogando in the 200 meters series.

Alexander Ogando gana y avanza a las semifinales del Mundial de Atletismo
Listín Diario – oldest Dominican newspaper, est. 1889·Dominican RepublicDominican Republic· 2025-09-17
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Levell easily got the better of Wayde van Niekerk, who was second in 20.07.

LEVELLING UP | Sports | Jamaica Gleaner
The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834·JamaicaJamaica· 2025-08-13
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Wayde van Niekerk won the 400m at the Rio Olympics in 2016.

Golf star Dylan Naidoo is a reincarnation of SA’s sports legends – The Mail & Guardian
Mail & Guardian·South AfricaSouth Africa· 2025-03-05
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