Van Niekerk lowered his South African record to below 44 seconds with a 43.96 at the...
Van Niekerk lowered his South African record to below 44 seconds with a 43.96 at the Meeting Areva and ranked himself in the all-time top 12 whilst beating Kirani James.
About Wayde van Niekerk
Wayde van Niekerk is a distinguished South African track and field sprinter, renowned for his exceptional performances in the 200 and 400 metres. He is celebrated as the current world and Olympic record holder in the 400 metres, having set a remarkable time of 43.03 seconds at the 2016 Rio Olympics, a feat that solidified his place in athletics history.
- Nationality: South Africa
- Born: 15 July 1992
- World Records: 1 (400 m)
- Olympic Medals: 1 Gold
- World Championships Medals: 2 Gold, 1 Silver