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Joel Thabo Semenya
RSAMenBirth dateJul 10, 1999
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Joel Thabo Semenya is a South Africa sprinter, born on July 10, 1999. He competes primarily in the 200m, 400m and 800m.
His personal bests include 21.61 in the 200m, 46.17 in the 400m, 1:46.51 in the 800m, 3:02.75 in the 4x400m and 1:17.21 in the 600m. He is currently active on the international athletics circuit, representing South Africa.
Key facts
800 m
1:46.51
400 m
46.17
Age
27 years old
As of Sep 14, 2026: 800 m 1:46.51, 400 m 46.17, 2026 season best 1:49.02 (Apr 4, 2026, UJ Stadium, Johannesburg (RSA)) · Last competition: CGA League, Apr 4, 2026, 48.09 · 27 years old
Performance Charts
Season bests
| Season | Discipline | Result | Wind | Date | Trend | Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 400m | 48.09 | - | Apr 4, 2026 | ↓ | CGA League |
| 2026 | 800m | 1:49.02 | - | Apr 4, 2026 | ↓ | CGA League |
| 2025 | 200m | 22.43 | +0.3 | Feb 15, 2025 | ↓ | AGN Track & Field 3( U16, U18, U20 & Seniors), Pilditch Stadium, Pretoria |
| 2025 | 400m | 47.10 | - | Mar 15, 2025 | ↓ | AGN U16, U18, U20, and Seniors Track & Field Championship, Pilditch Stadium, Pretoria |
| 2024 | 400m | 47.18 | - | Feb 10, 2024 | ↓ | AGN League 3 |
| 2024 | 600m | 1:17.21 | - | Feb 17, 2024 | - | Curro Podium Final |
| 2024 | 800m | 1:48.24 | - | Feb 24, 2024 | ↓ | AGN League 4, Pilditch Stadium, Pretoria |
| 2023 | 200m | 21.61 | +0.5 | May 27, 2023 | ↓ | AVT Track & Field League - Seniors & U20, DP de Villiers Stadium, Sasolburg |
| 2023 | 400m | 46.17 | - | Mar 31, 2023 | ↓ | South African Championships, McArthur Stadium, Potchefstroom |
| 2023 | 4x400m | 3:02.75 | - | Jul 29, 2023 | - | Polish Championships |
| 2022 | 400m | 46.50 | - | Mar 12, 2022 | ↓ | Bestmed Tuks Stadium, Pretoria (RSA) |
| 2022 | 800m | 1:47.07 | - | Apr 6, 2022 | ↓ | ASA Athletics Grand Prix 3 |
| 2021 | 400m | 47.40 | - | May 22, 2021 | ↓ | Bestmed Tuks Stadium, Pretoria (RSA) |
| 2021 | 800m | 1:46.51 | - | Apr 17, 2021 | ↓ | South African Championships, Bestmed Tuks Stadium, Pretoria |
| 2020 | 800m | 1:47.81 | - | Mar 13, 2020 | ↓ | Bestmed Tuks Stadium, Pretoria (RSA) |
2026
8 performances| Discipline | Result | Wind | Date | Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
400m | 48.09 | - | Apr 4 | CGA League |
800m | 1:49.02 | - | Apr 4 | CGA League |
400m | 48.33 | - | Mar 14 | AGN Championships |
400m | 49.12 | - | Mar 14 | AGN Championships |
800m | 1:50.85 | - | Mar 13 | AGN Championships |
800m | 1:50.93 | - | Mar 13 | AGN Championships |
800m | 1:52.35 | - | Feb 28 | AGN Track & Field League 4 |
400m | 48.47 | - | Feb 21 | AGN Track & Field League 3, Pilditch Stadium, Pretoria - U18 Events |
2025
10 performances| Discipline | Result | Wind | Date | Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
400m | 50.46 | - | May 1 | USSA Athletics Track and Field Championships |
400m | 48.01 | - | Apr 25 | South African Championships, McArthur Stadium, Potchefstroom |
400m | 48.41 | - | Apr 25 | South African Championships, McArthur Stadium, Potchefstroom |
400m | 48.01 | - | Apr 24 | South African Championships, McArthur Stadium, Potchefstroom |
400m | 48.17 | - | Apr 16 | Potch Invitational Meet |
400m | 47.29 | - | Mar 15 | AGN U16, U18, U20, and Seniors Track & Field Championship, Pilditch Stadium, Pretoria |
400m | 47.10 | - | Mar 15 | AGN U16, U18, U20, and Seniors Track & Field Championship, Pilditch Stadium, Pretoria |
400m | 47.72 | - | Mar 15 | AGN U16, U18, U20, and Seniors Track & Field Championship, Pilditch Stadium, Pretoria |
400m | 48.36 | - | Mar 1 | AGN Track & Field League 4 ( U16, U18, U20 & Seniors), Pilditch Stadium, Pretoria |
200m | 22.43 | +0.3 | Feb 15 | AGN Track & Field 3( U16, U18, U20 & Seniors), Pilditch Stadium, Pretoria |
2024
5 performances| Discipline | Result | Wind | Date | Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
800m | 1:59.40 | - | Mar 2 | AGN League 5, Pilditch Stadium, Pretoria |
400m | 47.6HT | - | Mar 2 | AGN League 5, Pilditch Stadium, Pretoria |
800m | 1:48.24 | - | Feb 24 | AGN League 4, Pilditch Stadium, Pretoria |
600m | 1:17.21 | - | Feb 17 | Curro Podium Final |
400m | 47.18 | - | Feb 10 | AGN League 3 |
2023
20 performances2022
7 performances| Discipline | Result | Wind | Date | Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
400m | 47.59 | - | Jun 25 | AVT League, DP de Villiers Stadium, Sasolburg |
400m | 46.74 | - | May 28 | AVT Ch., DP de Villiers Stadium, Sasolburg |
800m | 1:55.19 | - | Apr 30 | Gaborone International Meet, National Stadium, Gaborone - National Events |
800m | 1:49.69 | - | Apr 26 | Cape Milers Club, Green Point Stadium, Cape Town |
800m | 1:53.19 | - | Apr 23 | South African Championships, Green Point Stadium, Cape Town |
800m | 1:47.82 | - | Apr 22 | South African Championships, Green Point Stadium, Cape Town |
800m | 1:53.19 | - | Apr 21 | South African Championships, Green Point Stadium, Cape Town |
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What is Joel Thabo Semenya's 800 m personal best?
Joel Thabo Semenya's 800 m personal best is 1:46.51, set on Apr 17, 2021 in Bestmed Tuks Stadium, Pretoria (RSA).
Which events does Joel Thabo Semenya compete in?
Joel Thabo Semenya competes in the 800 m and 400 m.
How did Joel Thabo Semenya perform in 2026?
2026 season best: 1:49.02, set on Apr 4, 2026 in UJ Stadium, Johannesburg (RSA). Last competition: CGA League on Apr 4, 2026, 48.09.