The Democratic Alliance extends heartfelt congratulations to Pieter Coetzé on his outstanding achievement at the World Aquatics Championships in Singapore, where he claimed gold in the 100m backstroke, setting a new African record of 51.85 seconds.
Pieter’s historic victory marks South Africa’s first senior world championship title in swimming since 2019 and stands as a powerful testament to his dedication, discipline, and talent. It also reflects the strength of our sporting communities, coaches, and support systems that help shape world-class athletes.
As South Africans, we are inspired by Pieter’s performance, the humility and focus with which he has carried himself. We are proud to celebrate him as a true ambassador for the nation.
We wish Pieter continued success in and out of the pool and thank him for giving the country a moment of immense pride.