Online Reporter
Lovemore Dube,Zimpapers Sports Hub
THE National Athletics Association of Zimbabwe has received another endorsement with two athletes confirmed for the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, Japan next month.
Chengetai Mapaya and Ashley Miller’s confirmation as qualified by World Athletics last night has brought the total of participating Zimbabwe athletes to eight for the biggest Zimbabwe team in 20 years.
The events that Zimbabwe will be represented span sprints, hurdles, middle distance, marathon and field events.
Zimbabwe’s Team of Eight
Tapiwanashe Makarawu – 200m
Makanakaishe Charamba – 200m
Vimbayi Maisvorewa – 400m
Ashley Miller- – 400m Hurdles
Chengetai Mapaya – Triple Jump
Isaac Mpofu – Marathon
Tendayi Zimuto – Marathon
Fortunate Chidzivo – Marathon
“Zimbabwe is Back,” said Tendai Tagara the national athletics association boss last night who could not hide his excitement.
“This is a proud moment for Zimbabwean athletics. For the first time in over 20 years, we are sending such a strong and sizeable team to the World Championships. These athletes have worked tirelessly to qualify, and their presence in Tokyo proves Zimbabwe is back on the global athletics map. We are confident they will inspire the nation and compete with courage and heart.”
