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South African Swimmer Tatjana Smith Switches Allegiance to Netherlands
- Tatjana Smith, a double Olympic gold medallist, is switching her allegiance to the Netherlands.
- Smith cites 'financial and practical challenges' as reasons for her decision.
- Smith is South Africa's most decorated Olympic athlete.
- She announced her decision in a video message posted on Instagram.
- Smith's switch may disappoint some South African supporters.
Articles (4)
Al Jazeera·
South African swimmer Tatjana Smith switches allegiance to Netherlands
The Washington Post·
South Africa's most successful Olympian, swimmer Tatjana Smith, switches to the Netherlands
Yahoo Sports·
South Africa's most successful Olympian, swimmer Tatjana Smith, switches to the Netherlands
Associated Press·
South Africa's most successful Olympian, swimmer Tatjana Smith, switches to the Netherlands