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Bayanda Walaza Withdrawn from World Championships Due to Injury

9/11/2025

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Bayanda Walaza has been withdrawn from South Africa's national team for the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, starting September 13.
A medical evaluation confirmed his hamstring injury from the Diamond League Final in Zurich last month.
Walaza, a silver medalist at the Paris Olympics, was scheduled to compete in the 100 meters and 4x100 meters relay.
Athletics South Africa prioritized the athlete's health and team integrity in their decision.
Retshidisitswe Mlenga will replace Walaza in the 100 meters event.

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Bayanda Walaza has been withdrawn from South Africa's national team for the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, starting September 13.
A medical evaluation confirmed his hamstring injury from the Diamond League Final in Zurich last month.
Walaza, a silver medalist at the Paris Olympics, was scheduled to compete in the 100 meters and 4x100 meters relay.
Athletics South Africa prioritized the athlete's health and team integrity in their decision.
Retshidisitswe Mlenga will replace Walaza in the 100 meters event.