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Tatjana Smith, South Africa's most decorated swimmer, has decided to represent the Netherlands instead. The 29-year-old, who won medals at the 2024 Paris Olympics, cited better support and financial stability as reasons for the switch. She is eligible due to her Dutch father. Smith will keep her South African medals but future achievements will be credited to the Netherlands. She maintains her South African citizenship and pride in representing the country.

Courtesy: www.thesouthafrican.com