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Caster Semenya Rejects South African Athletics Role, Calls Federation 'Snakes'

Caster Semenya Rejects South African Athletics Role, Calls Federation 'Snakes'
World Sports · 01:40:13 - Sunday, 15 November 2026

Two-time Olympic 800-meter champion Caster Semenya has ruled out any future role with South African athletics, declaring she was "betrayed" by the national federation. In a pointed statement, Semenya said: "I will not work with snakes."

The remarks, reported by The Independent, underscore the long-running tension between the world-class middle-distance runner and Athletics South Africa. Semenya has previously clashed with governing bodies over eligibility regulations, but this latest comment signals a definitive break from any formal involvement with the domestic federation.

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