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Goudveld-swemmers pak Midmarmyl aan
Hierdie gewilde oopwaterswembyeenkoms, waarop swemmers hul staal in die Midmardam by Howick in KwaZulu-Natal toon, word jaarliks deur deelnemers van oor die land heen bygewoon.
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Rumé verbeter nóg ‘n SA-rekord
Die uitblinker-atleet van die Hoër Meisieskool Oranje het Vrydag 6 Februarie nog ‘n Suid-Afrikaanse rekord verbeter.
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Triple gold was his reward
Drake O’Tool of Welkom Aquatics emerged as a provincial contender with a stellar performance at the 4+1 Inter Provincial Gala, winning three gold medals and achieving personal bests in the…
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Gimmies slaan Henties vir ‘n ses
Welkom-Gimnasium se eerste meisieskrieketspan het op 19 Januarie die span van die Hoërskool Hentie Cilliers met drie paaltjies oorwin. Dit is die sesde wedstryd agtereenvolgens dat dié span Henties klop.…
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Keeping golden arm in top shape
Miné de Klerk (22), a South African shot put specialist, excelled at the University of Nebraska’s Graduate Classic on January 17, winning first place with a 17.71m throw. A former…
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Ruiters kan hier aantree
The Western Mounted-spele-oefenskou, a traditional boeren sport day, will take place on February 14 at De Land farm in Hennenman. Horse and dance enthusiasts are welcome. The event features awards…
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Club develops beyond its fight mat
Welkom’s RCFA Bhubezi Fight Club has reopened for 2026, aiming for international competition and enhanced athlete development. Sensei Joe Gladstone Ralejoe, now the provincial head, focuses on training officials. New…
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Masupa sets the pace for 2026
Nkhetheni Masupa, a super marathon runner from Welkom, aims to complete all nine Abbott World Marathon Majors by 2028 after finishing two in 2025. He plans to run 13 marathons…
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Runners show up in droves
The 47th Mielie Marathon, held in Welkom on January 17, attracted over 1,200 athletes, marking the event’s largest participation ever. Chairman Peri Erasmus praised the strong community support and extensive…
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Flexing his way forward
Bodybuilder Frans Hloi achieved significant international success in 2025, placing fourth in the Masters and third in the U70kg at the UIBFF Mr and Miss Universe in New Delhi. He…