Tatjana Smith to Compete for Netherlands
Summary
Tatjana Smith will compete for the Netherlands after accepting that her move may disappoint some supporters in South Africa. The two-time Olympic champion cited financial and practical challenges and said she is aiming for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
Key Points
- Tatjana Smith has decided to swim for the Netherlands after previously representing South Africa.
- She cited financial and practical challenges as the reason for the switch and acknowledged some supporters may be hurt by the decision.
- Smith is a two-time Olympic gold medalist and South Africa's most successful Olympic athlete in history.
- She plans to return to competition and target the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
