Akani Simbine

Runner

Birthday September 21, 1993

Birth Sign Virgo

Birthplace South Africa

Age 31 years old

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About

Sprinter in the 100 meters event he is best known for competing in the 2016 summer Olympics where he placed fifth. He represents South Africa and has won six gold medals as of 2023. 

Before Fame

He attended the University of Pretoria. He started competing professionally in 2013 at the World Championships in Athletics.

Trivia

He was the record holder for the national and African record of 9.84 seconds in 100m from July 2021 to September 2021. He was the winner of the 2018 Commonwealth Games 100m. His akani_simbine Instagram page features career highlights, including photos of him racing and training. In May 2023, he posted a photo taken while he was in Italy for a training camp.

Family Life

He is from Kempton Park, South Africa. He has a son. 

Associated With

He competed against Andre De Grasse at the 2020 summer Olympics.