Ruqaya Ismail: Overcoming self-doubt to earn South African colours in fencing

A school outreach programme introduced Ruqaya Ismail to fencing. Years later, the softly spoken first-year psychology student has earned her first South African colours for the Commonwealth Fencing Championships. While her rise through the ranks has been built on discipline and determination, Ismail says overcoming self-doubt has been her toughest battle, with the unwavering support of her family and coaches helping shape her journey.

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