FOUR TIMES BRONZE FOR RUSTENBURG’S CYCLING COP

Lieutenant colonel Morné Vorster of Rustenburg SAPS proudly brought home four bronze medals from the SAPS National Mountain Bike Championships.

Platinum Weekly newspaper | Rustenburg – Lieutenant colonel Morné Vorster of Rustenburg SAPS returned from the SAPS National Mountain Bike Championships with an impressive four bronze medals.

The championships were held in Port Shepstone, KwaZulu-Natal, from 24 to 28 August 2026. Representing the North West Province Mountain Bike Team in the men’s 50–54 age category, Lt Col Vorster placed third in the marathon, cross-country Olympic (XCO), prologue and hill-climb events. He also finished 13th in the overall general classification and was selected as a reserve member of the SAPS National Mountain Bike Team.

Acting Bojanala Platinum Sub-District 2 commissioner brigadier Mamotsamai Ntoagae praised his discipline, dedication and perseverance. “He has proudly represented the North West Province and the South African Police Service, and his achievement serves as an inspiration to other SAPS members,” she said.