Bayanda Walaza
Awards & Honours
3
Awards Won
3
Honours
2
Rankings
2
Records
Bayanda Walaza's achievements at such a young age are extraordinary. He became an Olympic medalist at 18, a World University Games champion at 19, and by 20 he had broken the 9.9-second barrier in the 100m, a feat achieved by only a handful of sprinters in history. His 9.89-second run in 2026 makes him the fourth-fastest South African ever, a remarkable accomplishment for someone so early in his career. His trajectory suggests he could soon challenge the very best in the world.
Awards
Honours & Distinctions
Olympic silver medal
Won silver in the men's 4x100m relay
World U20 champion
Won the 100m at the World U20 Championships
Fourth-fastest South African over 100m
Ran 9.89 seconds in Banská Bystrica
Rankings & Lists
World Athletics Season Top List
All-time South African 100m
Records & Feats
Youngest South African Olympic medalist in athletics
Won silver in the 4x100m relay at age 18, making him one of the youngest medalists in South African track and field history.
Fourth-fastest South African over 100m
Ran 9.89 seconds, placing him fourth on the all-time South African list.