Olympic champion in Greco-Roman wrestling Jan Beleniuk took part in the marathon supporting Ukraine. Beleniuk used to fight for Ukraine on sports carpets. Now, the Ukrainian athlete is fighting for his country differently. The athlete stopped his training and did everything to make the Russian aggressor leave foreign lands. The winner of the Olympics Games 2020 said that his main goal is to win the war against Russia. Therefore, Beleniuk took part in the sprint supporting Ukraine in South Africa. The event occurred on October 15 to remind about the Ukrainian tragedy and help the country attacked by a neighbour.
The only winner of the gold medal in Tokyo in 2020 gave an opening speech at the marathon. The man wore a black T-shirt with the inscription "I'm Afro-Ukrainian". The athlete spoke about the struggle for their lands and the need to help the military. The grand opening of the event also took place. Several thousand people came for a charity run.
It is noted that the Republic of South Africa supports Ukraine and believes in peace on its land.
