Akani Simbine ran a mind-blowing Anchor leg to beat USA and help South Africa clinch the 4 x 100m relay world title on Sunday.
South Africa pulled off a stunning upset at the 2025 World Athletics Relays in China on Sunday, storming to victory in the men’s 4x100m final as Akani Simbine delivered a flawless anchor leg to outrun the United States and claim gold.
The quartet of Bayanda Walaza, Sinesipho Dambile, Bradley Nkoana, and Simbine clocked a world-leading 37.61 seconds, edging out a strong American side that featured Courtney Lindsey, Kenneth Bednarek, Kyree King, and Brandon Hicklin. The USA settled for silver in 37.66 seconds, their season’s best, while Canada completed the podium in 38.11.
It was the final changeover that proved decisive. South Africa’s crisp baton transitions had them in the mix from the outset, but it was Simbine’s anchor — full of composure and explosive drive — that turned the heat on the Americans down the home stretch.
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