Semenya, a South African middle-distance runner who has won three World Championships and two Olympic gold medals in the women’s 800 meters, is the daughter of Dorcus. She was born to Jacob, her father, along with her three sisters and one brother. More about Semenya’s mother Dorcus will be included in this post.
Full Biography
She is a South African middle-distance runner who has won two Olympic gold medals and three World Championships in the women’s 800 meters. Her parents are Jacob and Dorcus Semenya.
She won gold at the World Championships in 2009, the Olympics in 2016, and the World Championships in 2017, when she also took home a bronze medal in the 1500-meter race.
Height and weight
Semenya’s mother’s height and weight are unknown
Nationality & Ethnicity
She is of South African and African ancestry
Education
It is unknown whether Dorcus received a formal education or not.
Any Other Information
Caster Semenya’s mother has refuted assertions that her daughter’s victory in the 800-meter event at the World Championships was fraudulent because she is a man.
As the 18-year-impressive old’s achievements and strong build raised questions about her gender, the IAAF requested that South Africa undergo a gender test.
