Letsile Tebogo is a Botswana sprinter. He won the gold medal at the 2024 Summer Olympics in the 200 metres event, with his win earning the first-ever Olympic gold medal for Botswana. He also won the silver medal at the 2023 World Championships in the 100 m and followed it up with a bronze medal in the 200-metres five days later.
A vibrant crowd gathered at Gaborone Stadium on Saturday, April 12, for the FNB Golden Prix, with all eyes on Botswana’s star athlete, Letsile Tebogo.
After missing the 2024 edition, Tebogo returned with a commanding victory in the 200 metre, thrilling thousands of fans.
“This is our catch-up season, but I’m on the podium now,” said Tebogo. “The goal was to finish first and perform well, just like we did in the 2023 championships.”
Home favorite Tebogo has continued to impress, winning the 200m with a time of 20.23 seconds. South African Akani Simbine also triumphed, taking the men’s 100m title and defeating Kenya’s Ferdinand Omanyala.
“This result comes after years of preparation and sacrifice,” said Simbine. “It’s about doing better each year, and I’m proud to return as a world champion.”
For Tebogo, this victory marked a key moment in Botswana’s readiness for the global sporting stage.
“I believe Botswana is ready for the World Championships,” said Tebogo. “With the support of the government and incredible people here, we’re prepared for 2025.”
The FNB Golden Prix serves as a precursor to the 2025 World Championships, set to take place in Botswana.
