Prudence Tebogo Sekgodiso (born 5 January 2002), also spelled Prudence Sekgodisa, is a South African middle-distance runner specializing in the 800 metres.
She was the gold medalist in the 800 m at the 2019 African U18 Championships.
She is also a five-time South African Athletics Championships winner in the 1500 m and 800 m. Sekgodiso won South Africa's first women's indoor medal and set the national indoor record in the 800 metres with a time of 1:58:40 at the 2025 World Athletics Indoor Championships in Nanjing, China.
As of Sep 25, 2026: 800 m 1:56.83 (#100 all-time), 1500 m 4:08.93, 2026 season best 1:56.83 (Jun 28, 2026, Stade Charléty, Paris (FRA)) · Last competition: World Athletics Ultimate Championship, Sep 11, 2026, 1:59.66 · National record (800 Metres Short Track) · 24 years old
Meeting International Mohammed VI d’Athlétisme de Rabat/Marrakech
800 Metres
2024
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South African Championships
1500 Metres
2024
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Oslo Bislett Games
800 Metres
2024
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The XXXIII Olympic Games
800 Metres
2024
4
44th World Athletics Cross Country Championships
Cross Country Relay
2023
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South African Championships
800 Metres
2023
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South African Championships
1500 Metres
2023
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South African Championships
800 Metres
2022
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African Athletics Championships
800 Metres
2022
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South African Championships
1500 Metres
2022
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African Athletics Championships
800 Metres
2022
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South African Championships
800 Metres
2021
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South African Championships
800 Metres
2019
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Algiers African Youth Games
800 Metres
2018
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What is Prudence Sekgodiso's 800 m personal best?
Prudence Sekgodiso's 800 m personal best is 1:56.83, set on Jun 28, 2026 in Stade Charléty, Paris (FRA), #100 on the all-time list.
Which events does Prudence Sekgodiso compete in?
Prudence Sekgodiso competes in the 800 m and 1500 m.
How did Prudence Sekgodiso perform in 2026?
2026 season best: 1:56.83, set on Jun 28, 2026 in Stade Charléty, Paris (FRA). Last competition: World Athletics Ultimate Championship on Sep 11, 2026, 1:59.66.
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