Wayde van Niekerk is making a special stop at the Olympic village in Paris so he can take part in the opening ceremony with his hockey player sister Kayla Swarts on Friday night.
The two will be on the boat for the unique procession which will go down the Seine in a break from the traditional stadium affair.
Im really excited for the moment he gets here and we get our picture at the rings, Swarts said on Thursday. I think its so special I get to share this opportunity with my brother.
Im really looking forward to making so many memories with him. He always tells me to be present and take in every moment and not regret not having fun he said that once he gets here hell be my wingman, the 21-year-old said, adding that despite their 11 year age gap they were often confused as twins.
Opting to enjoy the unique family experience meant the 32-year-old star sprinter was unable to link up with the bulk of the athletics team at their training camp in Montpellier, some 600km to the south.
