Penny Heyns

Double Olympic gold medallist and world record-breaker Penny Heyns is widely regarded as the greatest female breaststroker of the 20th century. The only woman to win both the 100m and 200m breaststroke at the same Olympics, she held 14 world records and remains the only swimmer to have simultaneously held all three breaststroke world titles. Today, Penny is a compelling international speaker, inspiring audiences across Africa, the Middle East, North America and beyond. With poise and authenticity, she shares unmatched insights into peak performance, resilience and self-leadership, making her an impactful choice for corporate events, conferences and leadership engagements.

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