💨 Abstract

Wayde van Niekerk, the South African 400m world record holder, expressed gratitude for competing at the World Athletics Championships after overcoming a career-threatening injury. His success in the 2010s was halted by a 2017 ACL tear, leading him to shift focus to the 200m. Van Niekerk recently ran his best time in eight years and is motivated to improve. He finds inspiration in representing his country and his family's achievements.

Courtesy: AFP