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Geraldine Pillay (born 25 August 1977) is a South African retired sprinter who specialized in the 100 and 200 metres.
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Geraldine Pillay (born 25 August 1977) is a South African retired sprinter who specialized in the 100 and 200 metres.
Pillay competed at various African Championships, two Olympic Games (2004 and 2008), and two Commonwealth Games.
Since retiring from competition, Pillay has become involved in mentoring future generations of South African athletes. She has been critical of Team South Africa's performance at the 2023 World Athletics Championships, calling for improved athlete support and development. She is now a teacher and Coach at St Benedict's College, Bedfordview
| Discipline | Performance | Venue | Date |
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| 60 m | 7.38 | Boston, MA(USA) | 20 January 2002 |
| 60 m | 7.38 | Allston, MA(USA) | 20 January 2002 |
| 100 m | 11.07 | Durban(RSA) | 16 April 2005 |
| 200 m | 22.80 | Pretoria(RSA | 18 Mart 2005 |
| 200 m | 22.78 | Durban(RSA) | 16 April 2005 |
| 200 m (Short Track) | 24.87 | Boston, MA(USA) | 1 December 2001 |
| 400 m | 56.12 | Kingston(JAM) | 17 February 2007 |
African Champions in women's 200 metres | |
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