How Covid-19 shattered teen’s world champs dream

Teen could not hold back the tears and is even contemplating quitting the sport

26 August 2021 - 11:09

By Charles Baloyi

Covid-19 left teenage middle-distance star Prudence Sekgodiso heartbroken at the World Athletics Under-20 Championships in Nairobi, Kenya, as she tested positive at the event and could not run in the 800m event.

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