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Drienkie Van Wyk

Drienkie Van Wyk

RSARSAWomen
Birth dateJan 13, 1971
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Hendrina Elizabeth "Drienkie" van Wyk (born 13 January 1971) is a South African woman athlete.

Her discipline is shot put.

Van Wyk is the current South African women shot put record holder. Their accomplishments on the track have contributed to the sport's history and inspired athletes in their discipline. Their dedication to training and competition exemplifies the commitment required to reach elite levels of athletics. Their athletic achievements and dedication to the sport have made them a notable figure in track and field history.

Key facts
Shot Put
17.88
#434 all-time
2002 season best
17.88
Jan 25, 2002 · Germiston (RSA)
2002 season best
Age
55 years old

As of Sep 25, 2026: Shot Put 17.88 (#434 all-time), 2002 season best 17.88 (Jan 25, 2002, Germiston (RSA)) · 55 years old

Performance Charts

Season bests

SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateTrendCompetitions
2002
SP
17.88-Jan 25, 2002
↓
Germiston (RSA)
2001
SP
17.68-Feb 10, 2001
↓
Johannesburg (RSA)

2002

7 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
SP
16.63-Apr 19Cape Town Engen Grand Prix Final, Cape Town
SP
17.21-Mar 23South African Championships
SP
17.35-Mar 8Cape Town ABSA Series, Cape Town
SP
17.59-Feb 23Germiston
SP
17.41-Feb 8Durban ABSA Series, Durban
SP
17.13-Feb 1Bloemfontein ABSA Series, Bloemfontein
SP
17.88-Jan 25Germiston ABSA Series, Germiston

2001

6 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
SP
17.25-Mar 23Pretoria Engen GP, Pretoria
SP
17.23-Mar 17Roodepoort Engen Summer Series, Roodeport
SP
16.98-Mar 3South African Championships
SP
17.23-Feb 23Stellenbosch ABSA Series, Stellenbosch
SP
17.36-Feb 12Potchefstroom ABSA Series, Potchefstroom
SP
17.68-Feb 10Johannesburg

Honours

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South African Championships

Shot Put

2002
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is Drienkie Van Wyk's Shot Put personal best?

Drienkie Van Wyk's Shot Put personal best is 17.88, set on Jan 25, 2002 in Germiston (RSA), #434 on the all-time list.

Which events does Drienkie Van Wyk compete in?

Drienkie Van Wyk competes in the Shot Put.

How did Drienkie Van Wyk perform in 2002?

2002 season best: 17.88, set on Jan 25, 2002 in Germiston (RSA).