MXC | Du Plooy Performs Valiantly at World Athletics Cross Country Championships
1/10/2026 10:37:00 AM | Men's Cross Country
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Saint Mary's Cross Country runner Divan Du Plooy represented his home country of Namibia on the world stage, turning in a strong and steady performance at the World Athletics Cross Country Championships.
The collegiate junior finished the 10k race in 32:52, surpassing 10 runners from the 2k mark to the finish line. Du Plooy's efforts secured him an 81st place finish amongst the world's best cross country runners.
The international competition provided Du Plooy with valuable experience for the season to come.
#GaelsRise
The collegiate junior finished the 10k race in 32:52, surpassing 10 runners from the 2k mark to the finish line. Du Plooy's efforts secured him an 81st place finish amongst the world's best cross country runners.
The international competition provided Du Plooy with valuable experience for the season to come.
#GaelsRise
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