Prudence Sekgodiso etched her name in history by becoming the first South African woman to win a medal in the 800m at the World Indoor Championships, clinching a gold medal in a thrilling final in Nanjing, China.
The 23-year-old star ran an extraordinary 1:58.40, setting a world-leading indoor national record and securing South Africa’s first-ever women’s world indoor gold medal, as confirmed by World Athletics.
Sekgodiso’s victory was no accident. Her dedication to meticulous training and preparation was evident in her commanding performance during the four-lap race.
She crossed the finish line ahead of Ethiopia’s Nigist Getachew and Portugal’s Patricia Silva, capping off a remarkable achievement that highlighted her determination and skill.
Not only did Sekgodiso capture the gold, but her time of 1:58.40 also stands as the fastest 800m run in the world this year
