With or without Wayde, SA's relay teams give an injection of hope for Paris Olympics

After the disappointment of the Tokyo Olympics, there has been some understandable trepidation over Team SA's medal prospects in the track and field events at Paris 2024.

There is the pedigree of superstars like Wayde van Niekerk and Akani Simbine, but there are no guarantees that either will challenge for honours this July. But now, suddenly, there is reason for Team South Africa to be a little more optimistic about their chances on the track. South Africans need to be in the know if we want to create a prosperous future. News24 has kept the country informed for 25 years, and we're about to enter a new chapter of fearless journalism. Join our free subscription trial to unlock this story and a world of news aimed to inform, empower, and inspire.

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