Olympic medalist Wayde van Niekerk ?said he is as motivated as ever to get back to his best after his fifth place finish in the 400m final at the World Athletics Championship in Eugene, Oregon on Saturday. | Sport24news
said he is as motivated as ever to get back to his best after his fifth place finish in the 400m final at the World Athletics Championship in Eugene, Oregon on Saturday.American Michael Norman won the final, but for Van Niekerk, there is light at the end of his injury tunnel.
"It's been a massive journey. I'm extremely thankful for all the positive support and backing," Van Niekerk wrote on his Twitter account. "From continuous injuries, to doing light work just a few weeks ago and preventing any further harm to my body, to being the 5th fastest man over the 400m in the world and the fastest man in Africa. I feel more motivated and focused to get more than just a podium!!! We stay locked in for more and give God the glory in our wins and loses," the world record-holder added.
in the world and the fastest man in Africa. I feel more motivated and focused to get more than just a podium!!! We stay locked in for more and give God the glory in our wins and loses.
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