Zimbabweans Celebrate Tapiwanashe Makarawu After Seventh-Place Finish in 200m World Athletics Championship Final

Tapiwanashe Makarawu Finishes Seventh in 200m Final at World Athletics Championships

Zimbabwean sprinter Tapiwanashe Makarawu finished seventh in the men’s 200m final at the Tokyo 2025 World Athletics Championships.

The race was won by the USA’s Noah Lyles, but Makarawu’s achievement marks a milestone for Zimbabwean sprinting.

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Semi-final brilliance

Makarawu earned his place in the final after clocking a personal best of 19.97 seconds in the semi-finals, breaking the 20-second barrier.

His performance ensured he lined up among the global elite for the championship showdown.

Tapiwanashe Makarawu Finishes Seventh in 200m Final at World Athletics Championships (Image Credit: Facebook)

Zimbabweans Celebrate

Zimbabweans have taken to social media to congratulate Tapiwanashe Makarawu for his remarkable performance at the World Athletics Championships. Fans praised his dedication, hard work, and perseverance, noting that making it to the 200m final was an achievement in itself.

Many highlighted the pride he brought to the nation by competing against the fastest runners in the world, encouraging him to continue training and striving for future success. Supporters described his performance as inspiring and emphasized that, despite finishing seventh, he has left a lasting mark on Zimbabwean athletics.

Here are some of the reactions;

@Linn Linn;

Huge congratulations, Tapiwanashe Makarawu! Although the outcome wasn’t what you hoped for in the 200m, your dedication, hard work, and perseverance are truly inspiring. You’re an amazing athlete, and your efforts haven’t gone unnoticed. Keep pushing yourself, and I’m sure you’ll achieve great things in the future. Keep shining!

@Fadzayi Mahere;

A very well done to Tapiwanashe Makarawu for his outstanding performance against the fastest runners on earth in the 200m race at the World Athletics Championships. Representing Zimbabwe on the international stage with passion and excellence is the greatest honour! Congratulations are in order! #TeamZimbabwe

@Tanaka Sharon Samkange

World done Taps its not easy to be in that top 8 wati proudisa

@Nigel N Madzimure;

Well done champ Well tried Next season timenge tinavo futi and I’m sure you grow even better.Lets work on our finishing otherwise the start is great and competitive enough. Your representation at world stage has made us proud