After Indoor Success, Prudence Sekgodiso Sets Sights On Breaking Semenya's Record

Prudence Sekgodiso is aiming build on her rip-roarig success this season after making history by winning at the World Indoor Championship in Nanjing, China, on Sunday.

Sekgodiso secured South Africa's first women's world indoor medal by triumphing in the 800m final, setting a world-leading and national record time of 1:58.40.

Now, with a morale-boosting win in her pocket and immense talent overflowing, Sekgodiso has signalled her intent to carry forward the legacy of Caster Semenya. The 23-year-old has drawn inspiration from the two-time Olympic champion, embracing the challenges and expectations that come with setting a new benchmark in womens middle-distance competition.

Reflecting on her recent success, the Medingen Village-born athlete revealed that she was well prepared for the championships and had anticipated a strong performance though the outcome exceeded her expectations.

I knew I was going to win a medal, but the gold medal came as a shock. My preparations were smooth, and I ran an 800m race here Athletics South Africas first Grand Prix before I left, Sekgodiso said upon her arrival at OR Tambo International Airport on Tuesday.