Caster Semenya, a South African middle-distance runner, has achieved remarkable success in the women’s 800 meters.
She has secured two Olympic gold medals and three World Championships in this event.
In this article, we will delve into her Biography, as well as her age, height, and weight.
Caster Semenya Bio
Caster Semenya, born on January 7th, 1991 in Pietersburg, South Africa, grew up and attended Nthema Secondary School and the University of North West, where she studied sports science.
In July of a certain year, Caster Semenya actively participated in the 2008 World Junior Championships in the 800 m event but did not qualify for the finals.
However, she achieved gold at the 2008 Commonwealth Youth Games, completing the race in 2:04.23.
In August of the same year, Caster Semenya emerged victorious in the 800 meters at the World Championships, securing gold with a time of 1:55.45 in the final, thereby setting the fastest time of the year.
In March 2010, Semenya faced a setback when she was denied the opportunity to compete in the local Yellow Pages Series V Track and Field event in Stellenbosch, South Africa.
This was due to the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) delaying the release of its findings from her sex test.
Career Achievements
In 2009, Caster Semenya achieved her first gold medal at the World Championships.
Her success continued as she triumphed at the 2016 Olympics and the 2017 World Championships.
Additionally, in the latter competition, she also secured a bronze medal in the 1500 meters event.
Following the doping disqualification of Mariya Savinova, Semenya was subsequently awarded gold medals for the 2011 World Championships and the 2012 Olympics.
Throughout her career, Semenya has faced controversy due to her naturally high levels of testosterone.
In 2011, the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) subjected her to sex testing.
The results revealed that she had hyperandrogenism, a condition characterized by elevated testosterone production.
In response, the IAAF introduced regulations mandating female athletes with hyperandrogenism to undergo medication to lower their testosterone levels in order to compete in events ranging from 400 meters to one mile.
Caster Semenya Bio, Height and Age
Caster Semenya, born on January 7th, 1991, is currently 32 years old. She stands tall at a height of 1.78 m (5 ft 10 in) and weighs 70 kg (154 lb).
