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Gerda Steyn On The Power Of Running And The Future Of The Two Oceans Marathon
Read More: Gerda Steyn On The Power Of Running And The Future Of The Two Oceans MarathonFew athletes are more closely associated with the Totalsports Two Oceans Marathon than Gerda Steyn. The seven-time Two Oceans champion credits the sport with changing almost every aspect of her life, from her career to the friendships she has built along the way. And she believes a new partnership between Discovery and the Totalsports Two…
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Watch The Springbok Women In Action At The Rugby World Cup
Read More: Watch The Springbok Women In Action At The Rugby World CupAs South Africa wraps up Women’s Month this August, the Springbok Women are busy showing the world exactly why rugby belongs to them too. Playing in the Rugby World Cup in England, the team in green and gold is carrying not just national pride, but the dreams of every young girl who’s ever imagined pulling…
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Why This South African Runner Says Her Hardest Years Were Her Most Meaningful
Read More: Why This South African Runner Says Her Hardest Years Were Her Most MeaningfulForget linear success stories. Jenna Challenor’s journey through the world of running is a masterclass in tenacity, love and the messy beauty of rebuilding when everything falls apart. At 43, this Durban girl, sporting all-rounder, and mom of three has built a professional running career spanning over a decade, with achievements that would stop most…
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Every Female South African Para-Athlete At The 2024 Paralympic Games
Read More: Every Female South African Para-Athlete At The 2024 Paralympic GamesA few days right after the 2024 Olympics, more action is on the way! With just 16 days to go, the 2024 Paralympic Games kick off in Paris and many exceptional para-athletes from South Africa are aiming to bring back the gold, silver or bronze. The financial incentives for medallists are the same as for…
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Drop Everything You’re Doing RN And Watch ‘Road To Paris’ By adidas
Read More: Drop Everything You’re Doing RN And Watch ‘Road To Paris’ By adidasIf you’ve binge-watched every sports documentary and live for the finish line and gold medal moments, then this docuseries by adidas is what you need to watch RN! “Road to Paris” is a captivating six-part series that offers an exclusive look into the lives of six distinguished adidas athletes as they prepped for the 2024…
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Here’s How Much SA Olympians Will Get Paid For Winning At The Paris 2024 Games
Read More: Here’s How Much SA Olympians Will Get Paid For Winning At The Paris 2024 GamesAs the Paris Olympics grows closer so does the excitement and of course, number of questions. So we’re here to answer all your burning FAQs! And that includes how much South African Olympic athletes can expect to earn if they win medals. Spoiler alert: a gold medal *could* net athletes R1.3 million! READ MORE: Tatjana…
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The Secrets Of Successful Athletes
Read More: The Secrets Of Successful AthletesWhat motivates successful athletes? Few professions are as subject to turmoil and change as that of the athlete. There are always new records to break, a new avenue to improve and new wins to attain. Having been at the top for so long, they’re well-equipped to dish out success secrets. We totally recommend taking a…
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Sarah Baum’s Incredible Journey To The Olympics
Read More: Sarah Baum’s Incredible Journey To The OlympicsAs the top-ranked female surfer in South Africa and athlete on the WSL Challenger Series, surfer Sarah Baum has qualified for the 2024 Olympic Games. It comes after many years competing and a hiatus from the sport. Now, she’s ready to compete against the best. Here’s what keeps her stoked. Growing up as a grom…
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How Caitlin Rooskrantz Is Blazing A Trail For Gymnastics In South Africa
Read More: How Caitlin Rooskrantz Is Blazing A Trail For Gymnastics In South AfricaTrue to her dreams, Olympian gymnast Caitlin Rooskrantz is blazing a trail for young athletes of colour to go for gold in the sport. Here, she reflects on her journey, highlights and how she’s looking forward to her second appearance at the Summer Olympics in Paris this year. When Caitlin started gymnastics training at the…
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Every South African Female Athlete Qualified For The 2024 Olympics – So Far
Read More: Every South African Female Athlete Qualified For The 2024 Olympics – So FarAs of the time of writing, there are precisely 71 days to go until our South African athletes fly the flag and represent the country at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris. Every competitive athlete has the event firmly in their sights and is working hard to put their best efforts forward. Read on to…
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Mark Your Calendars As The Telkom Netball League 2024 Promises An Action-Packed Season
Read More: Mark Your Calendars As The Telkom Netball League 2024 Promises An Action-Packed SeasonThe wait is over – the 2024 Telkom Netball League (TNL) is set to get underway at Ellis Park Arena in Johannesburg. With its inaugural power week from 26 April – 5 May 2024, followed by a series of electrifying matches running through May and June, the TNL promises a spectacle of athleticism, sportsmanship and…
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WH Exclusive: Janine van Wyk Reflects On Her Brilliant Career
Read More: WH Exclusive: Janine van Wyk Reflects On Her Brilliant CareerDuring her tenure as a soccer player, storied stalwart Janine van Wyk has racked up a good number of accolades. One such triumph is the one and only goal that took South Africa to a win against long-running victors Nigeria in the 2012 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). Then there’s the stunning number of…
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Meet Kirsten Landman, The Iron Woman Of Enduro Racing
Read More: Meet Kirsten Landman, The Iron Woman Of Enduro RacingWhen it comes to enduro racing, getting on a bike and racing through the dirt, one South African woman immediately comes to mind. Kirsten Landman, the fearless competitor among the men, is working hard to open up the sport for more women to compete while etching her name in the history books as a competitor…
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5 South African Athletes On What Pushes Them Forward
Read More: 5 South African Athletes On What Pushes Them ForwardBeing a strong woman in sport requires more than just skill or luck. It requires resilience, determination and that willpower to break barriers. It means defying societal norms and shattering stereotypes that limit women’s potential. These five South African athletes (and proud Under Armour ambassadors) display courage, grit and confidence at every step of their…
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SPAR Proteas Talk Netball World Cup, Training And PUMA Sponsorships
Read More: SPAR Proteas Talk Netball World Cup, Training And PUMA SponsorshipsWe’re nearing the start of the Netball World Cup, being held in Cape Town from the 28th of July to the 6th of August. And the Proteas are ready to go, preparing hard to take on the best in the world. As the event nears, PUMA have signed on two new players, Refiloe Nketsa and Elmeré…
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Here’s Everything You Need To Know About The Netball World Cup
Read More: Here’s Everything You Need To Know About The Netball World CupThe time is finally here, where the Netball World Cup will be held on South African soil. Team SA has been hard at work putting in the time to make sure they take on the best in style. Here, everything you need to know about the games. It’s time to support our Proteas! When is…
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Laduma! Here’s EVERYTHING You Need To Know About The FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023
Read More: Laduma! Here’s EVERYTHING You Need To Know About The FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023Grab your vuvuzelas, dust off your makarapas and prepare to unleash a wave of soccer madness because the FIFA Women’s World Cup is just around the corner! And we’re totally here for it! The countdown is on and it’s time to gear up, rally together and show our unwavering support for the talented athletes of Banyana…
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How Boxer Simangele ‘Smash’ Hadebe Stays In Top Form
Read More: How Boxer Simangele ‘Smash’ Hadebe Stays In Top FormIt all started with a movie. Million Dollar Baby, to be exact. It was the main character, Maggie Fitzgerald, who inspired Simangele ‘Smash’ Hadebe to try her hand at boxing. “The main character in that movie is so persistent,” reflects 29-year-old Simangele. “She wants to achieve something and [like her] I think I have the…
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What You Need To Know About Rising Star Of The Hockey World, Onthatile Zulu
Read More: What You Need To Know About Rising Star Of The Hockey World, Onthatile ZuluAt 23, Onthatile Zulu is a force to be reckoned with on the field and a role model off it. The South African field hockey powerhouse just became the first female Red Bull Athlete in the country and she shows no signs of slowing down. With her skill, motivation and grit, Zulu is a rising…
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All The Puma Netball World Cup Fan Gear You Can Buy, RN
Read More: All The Puma Netball World Cup Fan Gear You Can Buy, RNIf you’ve caught some incredible vibe in the air – you’re not mistaken. 2023 is shaping up to be a top year for women in sport since South Africa is hosting the Vitality Netball World Cup this year. And we’re backing our women in a big way. One way you can show your love? Grabbing…
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SA Netball Captain Bongiwe Msomi Talks World Cup Dreams
Read More: SA Netball Captain Bongiwe Msomi Talks World Cup DreamsCaptain of the SA Netball team, Bongiwe Msomi is in top form – and has been for some time. In 2017, she led her team to victory over England in their first-ever Quad Series victory. Since then, the team has steadily been gaining momentum with her at the helm, having a whopping 150 caps to…
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The New Le Coq Sportif Banyana Bafana Fan Gear Is Here
Read More: The New Le Coq Sportif Banyana Bafana Fan Gear Is HereAhead of the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup, apparel partner Le Coq Sportif has launched a range of Banyana Bafana fan gear – and it’s nostalgia, ultra. The kit, reminiscent of the 90’s gear, is inspired by the traditional colours of South African soccer. The colours are said to be a testament to the teams’…
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Race Driver Fabienne Lanz Points Out The Key Elements To Her Success
Read More: Race Driver Fabienne Lanz Points Out The Key Elements To Her SuccessAs one of South Africa’s top female racing drivers, Fabienne Lanz has made a name for herself both locally and internationally, earning numerous accolades and becoming a driving champion. Life In The Fast Lane Fabienne spent her childhood in the vibrant cities of Johannesburg and Pretoria. However, it was during her teenage years that she…
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How Kirsten Neuschäfer Won The Beautiful Golden Globe Race – And Kept Sane
Read More: How Kirsten Neuschäfer Won The Beautiful Golden Globe Race – And Kept SaneRaces are meant to test your endurance, power and grit. But a few also test your mental capacity and ability to survive. One such race? The Golden Globe, a non-stop, around-the-world yacht race, which is done completely solo. We chat to Kirsten Neuschäfer, winner of the 2022 Golden Globe Race, a nautical lesson in grit…
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The Badass B-Girl Who’s Killing It On The Dance Floor
Read More: The Badass B-Girl Who’s Killing It On The Dance FloorMeet the unstoppable force of breakdancing, Courtnaé Paul, a b-girl from Durban, South Africa who’s taking the world of dance by storm. With her remarkable talent, infectious energy, and larger-than-life personality, she’s quickly become a household name in the breakdance community. She has won numerous breakdancing titles and accolades: Previous winner of Red Bull BC…
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Fuel Your Passion For Motorsport With Fabienne Lanz And The T4 Series
Read More: Fuel Your Passion For Motorsport With Fabienne Lanz And The T4 SeriesFabienne Lanz, a prominent figure in the motorsport industry and Women in Motorsport global ambassador, has partnered with T4 Series, a leading motorsport platform, to launch a new initiative aimed at promoting gender diversity and inclusivity in the sport. As part of this initiative, Lanz and T4 Series are thrilled to announce the upcoming 3-day…
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How Pro Triathlete Mariella Sawyer Competes With The Best
Read More: How Pro Triathlete Mariella Sawyer Competes With The BestPro triathlete Mariella Sawyer takes on the toughest races for a living. We take a sneak peek into what that entails. “You’re completely crazy. I wonder if I can do it.” That’s the thought pattern – fuelled by a natural competitive streak common in so many athletes – that inspired Mariella Sawyer, sports scientist and…
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Cricketer Dané van Niekerk Reflects On Her Long, Successful Career
Read More: Cricketer Dané van Niekerk Reflects On Her Long, Successful CareerThis week, cricketer Dané van Niekerk announced her retirement from the Proteas, after a long and successful career. On News24, Dané said that she’s grateful for her time on the biggest stage in women’s cricket. “It has been the greatest honour to lead and represent my country. I am incredibly blessed to have led the…
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The 2023 Absa Cape Epic: The Women To Watch
Read More: The 2023 Absa Cape Epic: The Women To WatchWhile the Men’s category is dominated by returning teams, and thus an element of the expected, the Women’s category in this year’s Absa Cape Epic is far more open. Of the top combinations only the 8capital team and the newly formed e-FORT.net | SeattleCoffeeCo have completed an Absa Cape Epic together before. So it stands to reason that…
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Netball SA Has Just Unveiled The Netball World Cup Kit – And It’s STUNNING
Read More: Netball SA Has Just Unveiled The Netball World Cup Kit – And It’s STUNNINGAhead of the Vitality Netball World Cup (to be held in South Africa), Netball SA and PUMA have unveiled the special Netball World Cup kit the Spar Proteas will be playing in. The kit, which contains PUMA’s Drycell technology, pays homage to the colourful South African culture. “We launched the Home and Away kits on…
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Meet The Absa Cape Epic’s Powerhouse Cyclist, Fran Miller
Read More: Meet The Absa Cape Epic’s Powerhouse Cyclist, Fran MillerFrom sporting heroes to royalty, business leaders to media personalities, the Absa Cape Epic, the world’s most famous mountain bike stage race, attracts celebrities from around the world to make the event a box office hit year after year. All about the Absa Cape Epic The Epic Series is a global portfolio of the most…
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How Golfer Zethu Myeki Gets Her Head In The Game
Read More: How Golfer Zethu Myeki Gets Her Head In The GameGolfer Zethu Myeki started playing golf on the soccer fields in her hometown in the Eastern Cape. They were playing as part of an initiative of the South African Golf Development Board. “For me, it was love at first sight,” she muses. She’d stare at the girls hitting balls on the field and always wanted to…
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ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2023: Match Schedules, Fixtures and Squad
Read More: ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2023: Match Schedules, Fixtures and SquadCricket fans, grab your sunscreen and coolers because the ICC T20 Women’s World Cup 2023 is finally here! And it’s happening right here in sunny South Africa. The tournament is set to kick off on February 10th, with the host team, the Proteas, taking on Sri Lanka in Cape Town’s Newlands Cricket Grounds, setting the…
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Howzat!? Easy To Understand Cricket Terms To Get You Ready For The T20 Women’s World Cup
Read More: Howzat!? Easy To Understand Cricket Terms To Get You Ready For The T20 Women’s World CupThe Women’s T20 World Cup kicks off on the 10th of February and it promises to be an event of note. For the first time ever, the event is being hosted in South Africa, where we can fully come and support our team. There are many reasons to go out and watch the cricket: the…
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Pro-Figher Jess Mouneimne Shows Why You Should Take Up MMA
Read More: Pro-Figher Jess Mouneimne Shows Why You Should Take Up MMAWhether it’s for fun or til one of you taps out, you should take up MMA. This is one sport that’ll teach you a lot about yourself. Just ask pro-fighter Jessica Mouneimne. “There’s something that’s quite interesting when you get hit in the face,” says Jessica Mouneimne. “My husband, who’s my coach, says this all…
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FitMama, Fitness, Fitness Tips, Fitness Tips For Every Age, Life, Physical Wellness, SA Women In Sport, Sport, Triathletes, TriathlonsHow Triathlete Vicky van der Merwe Balances Training With Motherhood
Read More: How Triathlete Vicky van der Merwe Balances Training With MotherhoodWell-known Stellenbosch-based triathlete Vicky van der Merwe is on the comeback after a break after her son was born. She will be competing at the Woolworths X TRI off-road triathlon in Elgin on Saturday 4 December. Vicky van der Merwe: having it all as an elite triathlete and a mom Top triathlete Vicky van der…
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How The Women’s Proteas Are Prepping For The T20 World Cup
Read More: How The Women’s Proteas Are Prepping For The T20 World CupFinally! The Women’s T20 World Cup is almost upon us. After a much-anticipated wait, the women’s Proteas will be competing on home turf against the best in the world. The opening match will take place on February 10th 2023 (SA takes on Sri Lanka for the first game) and tickets will be going for as…
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Tegan Phillips Is Trying To Break The Guinness World Record For Cycling From Cairo To Cape Town
Read More: Tegan Phillips Is Trying To Break The Guinness World Record For Cycling From Cairo To Cape TownTegan Phillips is aiming to break the Guinness World Record for cycling from Cairo to Cape Town. She might seem… The post Tegan Phillips Is Trying To Break The Guinness World Record For Cycling From Cairo To Cape Town appeared first on Women’s Health.
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Meet The Firefighting Rugby Player Proving You Really Can Do It All
Read More: Meet The Firefighting Rugby Player Proving You Really Can Do It AllZinhle Ndawonde represents South Africa in both sevens and fifteens international women’s rugby. And if that isn’t heroic enough, she… The post Meet The Firefighting Rugby Player Proving You Really Can Do It All appeared first on Women’s Health.
