South Africa's Bayanda Walaza says his unorthodox running style is helping him make a name globally, and he has no plans to change it unless it stops working.
South Africa’s youngster, Bayanda Walaza, has opened up about his unique running style that has everyone talking.
Bayanda Walaza has grabbed the attention of the masses with his unique running style that resembles a windmill, with arms swinging wildly as he drives toward the finish line.
His unorthodox running has earned him the nickname ‘Wobble Wobble.’ Canada’s Donovan Bailey and Bob Hayes of the United States are also some sprinters known for their unique running styles.
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The double world under-20 champion revealed that he does not mind his running style at the moment, as long as it is winning medals for him and helping him clock fast times.
Bayanda Walaza revealed that his unique running style has earned him a name and continues to place him on the world map.
Walaza added that his running style motivates him to do better, since people are always talking about it and eager to watch him whenever he steps on the track.
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“I don’t mind, as long as it is working for me, it is creating a name for me, then I’m truly happy about it. I will change it when the push comes to shove,” Bayanda Walaza said after finishing second at the Kip Keino Classic.
“But for now, as it is still working, and I think it’s later for me now, try to fix it. I love my running style; it makes people talk, and the more people talk, the more I want to perform.”
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