Akani Simbine and Caitlin Rooskrantz have been confirmed as South Africa's flag bearers for the Paris Olympics.
Track star Mpumelelo Mhlongo and swimmer Kathrine Swanepoel meanwhile will be the flag bearers at the Paralympic Games.
Sprint star Akine Simbine and gymnast Caitlin Rooskrantz have been announced as South Africa’s flag bearers for the Olympic Games that will be held in Paris from July 26 to August 11. The announcement of the flag-bearers was done at the official send-off gala dinner for Team South Africa which was held at Emperors Palace in Johannesburg on Tuesday night.
“Congratulations to the four athletes who have the honour of being flag bearers for Team SA in Paris, where they will be in full view at the opening ceremony of the respective Games – watched all over the world.“It is indeed a moment that celebrates our hashtag of ‘For My Country’.”
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