Olympic gold medallist Tebogo praised for helping flood vicims

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Olympic gold medallist Letsile Tebogo has been lauded for helping stranded victimsof flooding in his home country of Botswana.�

The country – a neighbour to South Africa – has experienced heavy rainfall, resulting in a significant rise in water levels.

Last year, Tebogo won gold in the 200m sprint at the Paris Olympics.

LETSILE TEBOGO PRAISED FOR ASSISTING FLOOD VICTIMS

In a social media post, World Athletics hailed Letsile Tebogo as a hero on and off the tracks after he rescued many stranded citizens.

The 21-year-old assisted motorists whose cars were submerged in water in the severe floodings in Botswana

In a video that has gone viral, Tebogo was seen using his 4×4 Toyota Land Cruiser to pull other cars out of the deep water.�

NOAH LYLES PRAISES SPRINTER

Under the post, Noah Lyle – considered the world’s fastest man – praised Letsile Tebogo for his heroic efforts.

“A true man of the people,” the US sprinter posted of his fellow comrade.

A true man of the people 👏🏾

— Noah Lyles, OLY (@LylesNoah) February 19, 2025

Tebogo has become the first African and athlete from Botswana, to win gold in the Olympics 200m. He beat the likes of Lyles, a favourite who later claimed to have contracted Covid-19.

The humble 21-year-old – who is also a cattle farmer – claimed that while he appreciated the praise, he was unfazed by the instant fame.

He said in a press conference after the race: “It is not a dream come true to me. A medal is just a medal – but what I went through. I would say the medal is a bonus to everybody, but personally, it is not a dream come true.

Tebogo dedicated the victory to his mother, who died in May.

He continued: “’ It is not a big deal to me. It means a lot to the team behind me. When we heard about my mom’s passing, I was grateful for them – because personally, I thought my career was over, but they made sure I took each and every day as it came and made sure that I came here with a healthier mind”.