PRIZE MONEY FALLOUT: Swimming SA to pay Tatjana Smith interest, faces scrutiny over Arena contract
Swimming South Africa has agreed to pay Tatjana Smith the full amount of interest claimed on prize money withheld for more than a year. Separately, her attorney has also launched a complaint with the Information Regulator seeking access to documents relating to the federation’s sponsorship agreement with swimwear manufacturer Arena.
Swimming South Africa (SSA) has agreed to pay the full interest claimed on prize money that was withheld from Olympic champion Tatjana Smith for over a year. This follows a letter of demand sent by Smith's attorney, Wian Spies, on behalf of Smith and her husband on August 25, 2026. The settlement arose from Smith's claim that SSA unlawfully held the prize money for more than a year after her victories at the 2023 World Aquatics Championships.
Additionally, Smith's attorney has filed a complaint with the Information Regulator seeking access to documents related to the federation's sponsorship agreement with swimwear manufacturer Arena.
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