‘Keep on pushing’: SA running sensation Adriaan Wildschutt on inspiring others and staying grounded
Daily Maverick | 22.03.2026 17:13
South African Olympian and distance runner Adriaan Wildschutt (27) gravitated to the sport by coincidence. His older brother, Nadeel Wildschutt, was the runner of the family. The younger Wildschutt’s focus was on almost every sport, including his favourite, rugby – until he decided to join his brother on a practice run one day while he was still in high school. Now he is one of South Africa’s best distance runners.
