19 February 2024 – While the country’s swimming team left the World Aquatics Championships in Doha with one bronze medal, thanks to Pieter Coetzé’s performance in the 200m backstroke, the pick of the SA athletes competing in the other sports contested at the event in Qatar was diver Julia Vincent. Having already booked her ticket to Paris at the last World Championships in Japan, Vincent was using this event as vital preparation for the Olympic Games and was thrilled to secure a top-10 spot in the final of the 3m eve... Read More

In a remarkable display of skill and determination, Simon Bachmann of Seychelles has etched his name into the annals of Seychellois swimming history, setting a new national record at the World Aquatics World Championship held in Doha, Qatar. Bachmann's extraordinary feat unfolded in the mens 200m Butterfly event, where he surged ahead to claim victory with an impressive time of 2:03.31. Representing his nation with pride and determination, Bachmann's performance captivated audiences worldwide as he showcased ... Read More

Doha, Qatar - Mia Phiri of Zambia has made history at the World Aquatics World Championship in Doha, Qatar, by clinching a remarkable victory in the women's 50m Freestyle event, setting a new national record with a blazing time of 26.61 seconds. The 20-year-old swimmer's extraordinary performance has not only etched her name in the annals of Zambian swimming history but also earned her widespread acclaim on the international stage. Phiri's journey to this milestone moment has been marked by sheer determination and relentless d... Read More

In a stunning display of prowess and determination, Siwakhila Dlamini of Eswatini has made waves at the World Aquatics Championship in Doha, Qatar, by clinching a new record for her nation in the women's 50m Freestyle event in the 18-24 age group category. Dlamini's remarkable feat saw her clocking in at an impressive time of 29.66 seconds, securing a prominent position on the global stage and etching her name in the annals of Eswatini's sporting history. Dlamini's journey to this momentous achievement has been one marked by ... Read More

18 February 2024 – Lara van Niekerk and Pieter Coetzé came nail-bitingly close to adding to the South African medal tally at the World Aquatics Championships in Doha on Sunday night. Looking to add to his 200m backstroke bronze, Coetzé finished just off the podium in the 50m event. The 19-year-old clocked a time of 24.59 seconds for fourth place with Australian Isaac Cooper claiming the gold in 24.13 seconds, American Hunter Armstrong taking the silver in 24.33 and Poland’s Ksawery Masiuk the bronze in 24.44. &ld... Read More