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We speak to Marj Dorey, Tatjana Smith first Swimming teacher., She secured South Africa's Gold Medal in Paris Olympics

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Tatjana Smith (nee Schoenmaker) secured South Africa’s first gold medal at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games after coming from behind to take first place in the 100m breaststroke event on Monday evening.

The double gold dream is now on with Smith set to compete in her more favoured event, the 200m breaststroke.

Tatjana Smith of Team South Africa competes in the women’s 100m breaststroke final on day three of the Olympic Games Paris 2024 at Paris La Défense Arena on 29 July 2024.
31 Jul 2024 English South Africa Society & Culture

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