Robert Marawa is in conversation with South African swimming legend and double Olympic gold medallist Penny Heyns for an inspiring dive into her historic career!
From navigating the pressure of competing for a newly re-integrated South Africa to her historic double-gold victory at the 1996 Atlanta Olympics, Penny opens up about the grit, discipline, and mental strength required to reach the pinnacle of global sport.
In this episode, our "Golden Girl", a nickname bestowed upon her by the late Nelson Mandela, shares her experiences training in the US, her thoughts on the evolution and current state of women's sports in South Africa, and her ongoing passion for inspiring the next generation of athletes.
Get ready for 60 minutes of pure sporting adrenaline with sportscaster Robert Marawa.
With exclusive exposés, breaking news, in-depth interviews, heated debates, and passionate fans—no topic is offside.
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