Jul 18, 2022
Wayde van Niekerk in convincing victory in his 400m heat on Day 3 of the World Athletics Championships
WAYDE VAN NIEKERK SHINES IN 400M HEATS AT WORLD CHAMPS
Wayde van Niekerk displayed the best form he has shown in some time, cruising to a convincing victory in his 400m heat on Day 3 of the World Athletics Championships in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday. Van Niekerk, continuing his comeback from a serious knee injury he picked up after winning his second world title in 2017, won his first-round race in 45.18 seconds.
The world record holder progressed as the second quickest qualifier for the one-lap semi-final, to be held on Wednesday.
Fellow 400m sprinter Zakhiti Nene...