Biography
Started: He took up athletics at age 10. (sapeople.com, 03 Nov 2019)
Reason: He was introduced to Para athletics after becoming a beneficiary of the Jumping Kids prosthetic fund in South Africa. "I was introduced to track and field at a very young age when I was given my first prosthetic blade. This was the point where I realised my talent, and I grew to love the sport." (toyota.co.za, 19 Mar 2024; jumpingkids.org.za, 01 Jan 2019)
Ambition: To win a gold medal at the 2024 Paralympic Games in Paris. (toyota.co.za, 19 Mar 2024)
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Personal Details
GenderMale
Birth DateApril 17, 2005
OccupationStudent
Languages SpokenEnglish
Highlights
| Rank | Event | Year | Location | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paralympic Games | ||||
| 7 | 100m - T63 | 2020 | Tokyo, JPN | 12.66 |
| 9 | Long Jump - T63 | 2020 | Tokyo, JPN | 5.18 |
| World Championships | ||||
| 2 | 100m - T63 | 2024 | Kobe, JPN | 12.05 |
| 5 | 100m - T63 | 2023 | Paris, FRA | 12.26 |
| 8 | Long Jump - T63 | 2024 | Kobe, JPN | 6.03 |
| 11 | Long Jump - T63 | 2023 | Paris, FRA | 5.57 |
