Well done and congratulations to Karin Prinsloo on your wonderful swims at the 11th African Games in Brazzaville, Congo recently. You have once again made SA proud and proved yourself as our beloved Queen of the Pool! All the best on the journey ahead!
Championships Report Back
Interview: Up-Close with Karin Prinsloo
Name & Surname | Karin Prinsloo |
Name of Meet | 11th African games Congo,Brazzaville |
Date of Meet | 4-11 September |
City and Country | Brazzaville – Congo |
Names of various Events | 50,100,200,400free
100,200back All the relays |
Medals/ awards received | 6 gold, 5 silver
50,100free and 100,200back – silver 200 and 400free – Gold |
Highlights of the event | 4×100 medley mix relay – went a 54 in the 100free leg |
Lessons learned from the event | Learnt what works for me and what doesn’t. Back to old school (what I know works for me if that makes sense). |
General observations and vibe of the meet | Always a fun and interesting experience. Great and relaxing atmosphere. |
What / who motivated you throughout the champs? | Most of my team mates but especially Douglas Erasmus and Rene Warnes. Also obviously knowing that no matter what the Lord (the Giver) will be satisfied with my performances even when I’m not. |
Anything Else you want to mention | Just wanted to get as close as possible to my pb’s but unfortunately I was far off them but I’ve learnt a few things and know what the way forward is now at least. |
Interview: Up-Close with Karin Prinsloo
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