South Africa have announced an initial squad of 39 members across seven codes has been named to represent the team at the Paris Olympics in July.
SASCOC have announced an initial squad of 39 members across seven codes has been named to represent Team SA at the Paris Olympics in July.
Qualifying for Paris Olympics 2024 is ongoing among several different sports. Even those who are listed below may change in terms of additions or removals.Athletes who win gold will be awarded R400,000, with the coach receiving R100,000. Silver medalists will earn R200,000 and R50,000, while the bronze medal payouts will be R75,000 and R25,000 for the athlete and coach, respectively.
“The Olympics are the pinnacle of any elite athlete’s career and selection should be celebrated as such. “These young men and women will be ambassadors for South Africa, and there’s so much more to being an Olympian than merely representing on the field of play. I want to congratulate each and every athlete selected and wish them well in their preparations for Paris.”The CEO of SASCOC, Nozipho Jafta gave special thanks to sponsors for making Team SA’s participation.
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