South Africa Makes History at World Athletics Relays

South Africa made history at the 2025 World Athletics Relays in Guangzhou, with Akani Simbine anchoring the men's 4x100m team to gold in a world-leading 37.61 seconds, becoming the first African nation to win this event. Simbine's success followed a dominant season, including Diamond League victories over Kishane Thompson and Christian Coleman. South Africa also captured gold in the men's 4x400m relay and qualified for the World Championships in Tokyo. Great Britain won the women's 4x100m and took bronze in the inaugural mixed 4x100m relay. Jamaica failed to qualify for the men's 4x100m final due to baton mishaps and injury setbacks. The U.S. secured gold in the mixed 4x400m, while Canada won the mixed 4x100m, reflecting a dynamic shift in global sprinting power.