Olympic champion Andre De Grasse set to race Akani Simbine in South Africa

Athletics fans in South Africa are buzzing with excitement for the inaugural Simbine Classic, set to take place on April 28, 2026, at Pilditch Stadium in Pretoria.

This landmark event, the first World Athletics Continental Tour Silver-level meeting in the country, promises a historic showdown in the 100m sprint.

The main event features a marquee clash between South African star Akani Simbine and Canadian Olympic champion Andre De Grasse.

Akani Simbine, who founded the event, envisions it as a major platform to elevate African athletics, allowing local talent to compete against world-class athletes on home soil.

The World" style event will be broadcast live, aiming to inspire a new generation of athletes and solidify South Africa’s position as a global track and field hub.