Marius van Heerden facts for kids

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Marius van Heerden (born September 8, 1974 – died January 22, 2021) was a talented athlete from South Africa. He was known as a middle-distance runner, which means he specialized in races like the 800 meters. Marius was born in a place called Clanwilliam.

He sadly passed away in Cape Town on January 22, 2021, at the age of 46. His death was due to COVID-19.

Marius van Heerden's Olympic Journey

Marius van Heerden was a proud South African athlete. He represented his country on the world stage. One of his biggest achievements was competing in the 1996 Summer Olympics.

Competing in the 800 Metres

At the 1996 Summer Olympics, Marius took part in the men's 800 metres race. This event is a challenging middle-distance run. Athletes need both speed and endurance to do well. Competing in the Olympics is a huge honor for any athlete. It shows they are among the best in the world.

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