OLDER, WISER AND A WHOLE LOT FASTER

Four years after announcing himself on the Commonwealth stage, world champion swimmer Pieter Coetzé heads to Glasgow as one of Team SA’ s top medal prospects, carrying greater expectations and a deeper appreciation for what it means to represent South Africa.

Photos courtesy of: World Aquatics & Anton Geyser / SA Sports Images

By Karien Jonckheere

Pieter Coetzé( centre) celebrates winning World Championship gold in Singapore in 2025.

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