Sibanda soothes a hurting nation

The 18-year-old Sibanda qualified for the finals with an impressive run of 44.47, which is his personal best as he finished third in his semi final. He will be the youngest competitor in the final where he faces world champion, Wayde van Niekerk of South Africa, Lashawn Merritt of the U.S and Granada’s James Kirani as his real threat for a medal prospect.

By reaching the finals, Sibanda has already surpassed expectations and is assured of P75,000 from Choppies.