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Natalie du Toit, the retired South African Paralympic swimming champion, shared her thoughts on the upcoming Paralympic Games in France with HOT 1027 Breakfast.
With excitement in the air and the Games starting today, Natalie couldn’t help but reminisce about the thrill of competition and the joy of seeing athletes she once competed against still giving it their all.
She spoke fondly of the memories that the Games bring back, the buzz of anticipation, and the pride she felt representing South Africa.
Despite the small size of the South African team, Natalie believes that anything is possible on the day of competition, especially with athletes who are there to give their best and aim for the highest rankings.
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Natalie also advised listeners and viewers to tune in to the various sports and get to know the athletes, emphasising that each athlete’s journey is unique and deserving of support.
“My advice is for everyone to tune in to the different sports and get to know a little bit about the team. I’ll be watching from home and cheering on South Africa.”
Reflecting on her own journey, Natalie says she’s found new passions since her retirement. Some of which include digital marketing, and her involvement in different capacities across various organisations.
“So I actually retired because there was nothing more in swimming, you still have to go into life and, start earning your own money.”
She says her love for sports remains; and is eagerly looking forward to the Games, wishing all the athletes the very best of luck.
As the 2024 Paralympic Games unfold in Paris, Natalie du Toits words serve as a powerful reminder of the dedication and passion our Paralympians bring to the global stage.
Their journeys filled with perseverance and resilience deserve our unwavering support. The opening ceremony will take place on Wednesday evening (28 August 2024), with the competition starting on Thursday. The Games will wrap up two weeks later.
Join Natalie in cheering on our South African athletes by tuning into HOT 102.7Fm for the latest updates on the Games. Let’s rally behind our Paralympians and show the world the strength and spirit of South Africa.
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