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Tebogo surpassed American sprinters Kenny Bednarek and Noah Lyles to become the first African to win the 200m gold medal. With this feat, the young sprinter, who is only 21 years old, has become one of the five fastest people in history to run this distance.
Tebogo, who wore running shoes with the birthdate of his mother, who died in May, noted that he ran with her in mind, wanting to symbolically have her by his side during this important moment.
Botswana President Mokgweetsi Masisi said on social network X:
“President Masisi, on behalf of all citizens of Botswana, pays tribute to Lezier and his late mother.” Masisi also stressed that Tebogo’s achievements deserve national celebration and will be recorded in the history of the Republic.
Masisi added that as he watched the race on television he lost his voice in joy as he cheered Tebogo to victory in 19.46 seconds.
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