21-year-old Muzala Samukonga won Zambia’s only medal at the Paris Olympics, which was the country's first since the 1996 Games in Atlanta. He rose to prominence at the 2022 Commonwealth Games when he stormed to gold in 44.66 and beat out Great Britain’s Matthew Hudson-Smith, who took silver in Paris.
There isn’t a ton on the internet on Samukonga so that’s why it was nice when our very own Anderson Emerole had the chance to chat with him in Brussels just after he signed a contract to join Grand Slam Track as a 200m/400m racer in 2025. It’s life-changing money for Samukonga, who came from nothing.
You’ll hear from him and his coach Douglas Kalembo on his poor beginnings and how he’s become one of the best 400m runners in the world.
You can read more about Samukonga and all of the other recent Grand Slam Track Racer signings at CITIUSMAG.com
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Matthew Hudson-Smith is a British track and field athlete specializing in the 400 meters. He has represented Great Britain at multiple international competitions, including the World Championships and the Olympics. Hudson-Smith is known for his speed and endurance, making him a standout in his event. Notable achievements include winning medals at the European Championships and Commonwealth Games.
Muzala Samukonga is a talented Zambian sprinter known for his exceptional performances in the 400 meters. He has represented Zambia on the international stage, becoming one of the country's premier track and field athletes.
