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South African swimmer Tatjana Smith switches allegiance to Netherlands
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Two-time Olympic champion Tatjana Smith will compete for the Netherlands at the 2028 Los Angeles Games, citing financial challenges and increased high-performance support as the primary motivators for switching allegiances from South Africa. The swimmer, who holds dual citizenship, made the announcement via a tearful Instagram video, acknowledging that the decision may disappoint her former supporters but emphasizing that it allows her to pursue her Dutch heritage and a more sustainable career.
