Makwala ready to kick-on after stellar year

Smashing year: Makwala: PIC KAGISO ONKATSWITSE
Smashing year: Makwala: PIC KAGISO ONKATSWITSE

Undisputed sprint king, Isaac Makwala re-wrote history books when he smashed three records within a year. Makwala, who burst into prominence in the twilight of his career holds the distinction of being the only athlete to own all three sprint records, including a one day double. But that has not quenched his insatiable appetite for track success, observes Staff Writer, MQONDISI DUBE

At the age 29, Isaac Makwala can be considered a late bloomer. But the wait has been worth it. Makwala made his professional debut in 2006, but it was only eight years later that he made the athletics world sit and take notice.

His journey to stardom began at Mpani Primary School in Tutume in 1995. His choices were tangled, with football also in the mix. The football, athletics puzzle was unresolved as he went through Tutume Junior Secondary School.

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