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A swimmer from Durbanville is rapidly emerging as one of South Africa\u2019s most promising young multi-disciplinary athletes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Leandi Hattingh, an 11-year-old learner from Gene Louw Primary School, took part in the swimming competition at the South African Sports Association for the Physically Disabled (SASAPD) Toyota Championships<\/a> in Stellenbosch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Shorter right arm<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

She took part in the S9 and SB8 classifications and added multiple medals to her growing list of achievements, highlighting her versatility and dedication across disciplines, said Bernie Manzoni, chair of the Quick Silver Swimming Club in Durbanville.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Leandi was born with a shorter right arm, stricken with a “frozen” wrist and shoulder, and only four fingers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Exceptional performance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Leandi trains under the guidance of coach Nici Wright at Quick Silver, while her running development is supported by Dieter Voigt at the Dieter Voigt Coaching Academy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This latest achievements came after she has delivered an exceptional performance at the Union Internationale de Pentathlon Moderne (UIPM) World Championships held in Mossel Bay in December last year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Leandi
Leandi Hattingh boasts multiple her gold medals at the UIPM World Championships held in Mossel Bay.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

“Competing in the biathle, triathle and laser run events in the PMP 3 category, she showcased remarkable determination and skill, securing three gold medals,” Manzoni said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

International stage<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

“Her achievement on the international stage firmly established her as a standout talent in modern pentathlon development sport,” said Manzoni.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“Her commitment to training and continuous improvement is evident in her results and serves as an inspiration to her peers and the wider sporting community. With such outstanding accomplishments at a young age, Leandi is undoubtedly a rising star in South African sport.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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