Elmarie Engles and Karl Engles competed in the SA Biathlon Championships in Port Elizabeth on Saturday, 2 April. Photos: Supplied
A mother and son duo, Elmarie and Karl Engles, achieved great results at the South African Biathlon championships in Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth) on 2 April.
Both represented North West with pride during the event that consisted of running and swimming. Elmarie (51), a teacher at Potchefstroom Central School, achieved a tenth place in her category, while Karl (13), a grade 7 learner at Laerskool Baillie Park, came 40th.
Karl Engles on his way to the finish line.
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