Akani Simbine is a South African sprinter who specializes in the 100 meters event. Here are the key details about him:
Akani Simbine Bio
Early Life and Career
- Born on September 21, 1993, in Kempton Park, Gauteng, South Africa.
- Attended the University of Pretoria and was part of their Tuks HPC athletics team.
- Coached by Werner Prinsloo.
Major Achievements
- 2016 Rio Olympics: Finished 5th in the 100m final with a time of 9.94 seconds.
- 2017 World Championships: Finished 5th in the 100m final.
- 2018 Commonwealth Games: Won gold in the 100m with a time of 10.03 seconds.
- 2018 African Championships: Won gold in the 100m with a time of 10.01 seconds.
- 2019 World Championships: Finished 4th in the 100m final with a time of 9.93 seconds.
- 2021 World Relays: Anchored South Africa to gold in the 4x100m relay.
- 2022 Commonwealth Games: Won silver in the 100m with a time of 10.01 seconds.
Personal Bests and Records
- 100m: 9.84 seconds (set in July 2021), former African record until broken by Ferdinand Omanyala.
- 200m: 19.95 seconds (set in 2017).
- Holds the South African record in the 4x100m relay with a time of 38.24 seconds (set in 2018).
Akani Simbine has consistently finished in the top 5 at major championships, establishing himself as one of the world's elite sprinters. His achievements have brought pride to South Africa, and he continues to inspire aspiring athletes with his dedication and performances on the global stage.
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