'Energised' Tebogo looking to close season with Diamond League bang

South Africa's Tebogo Mamathu wants to close season with a bang at Lausanne Diamond League

South Africa's Tebogo Mamathu is looking to end her season with a Diamond League bang when she competes in the women's 400m at the Athletissima meeting in Lausanne on Thursday.

The 22-year-old has been in impressive form this season, setting a new personal best of 51.07 seconds at the Ostrava Golden Spike meeting in May.

She has also won gold medals at the African Championships and Commonwealth Games, and is aiming to add a Diamond League victory to her collection before the season ends.

"I'm really excited to be competing in Lausanne," said Mamathu.

"It's a great meeting with a strong field, so it's going to be a tough race, but I'm confident that I can do well."

Mamathu will face a strong field in Lausanne, including world champion Shaunae Miller-Uibo of the Bahamas, Olympic silver medalist Marileidy Paulino of the Dominican Republic, and Jamaica's Stephenie Ann McPherson.

But the South African is confident that she can compete with the best in the world.

"I've been training hard all season, and I'm feeling really energised," she said.

"I know it's going to be a tough race, but I'm determined to give it my best shot and close the season with a bang."

Mamathu's rise to the top

Mamathu's rise to the top has been meteoric.

She only started competing in athletics in 2017, but she quickly made a name for herself with her impressive performances.

In 2018, she won the gold medal in the 400m at the African Championships, and she followed that up with a silver medal at the Commonwealth Games in 2022.

Mamathu's success is a testament to her hard work and dedication.

She trains twice a day, and she is always looking for ways to improve.

She is also a role model for young athletes in South Africa, and she is hoping to inspire them to achieve their dreams.

Conclusion

Tebogo Mamathu is a rising star in the world of athletics, and she is one to watch in the future.

She is a talented athlete with a bright future, and she is determined to make her mark on the world stage.

The Lausanne Diamond League meeting will be a great opportunity for Mamathu to show the world what she is capable of, and she is determined to end the season with a bang.