Caster Semenya's power year in five incredible moments

The name Caster Semenya has become synonymous with winning and 2018 has proven no different for the athlete.

The International Association for Athletics Federation (IAAF) is planning to enforce a rule that would see hyperandrogenism athletes take medication to lower naturally high levels of testosterone - a ruling that Semenya is challenging.

Despite the increased amount of attention around her, Semenya has continued to win the hearts of fans in South Africa and around the world. 

From inspiring campaigns to more medals and the breaking of records, here are five moments from Semenya's incredible 2018.

1. Nike - Just Do It

''Would it be easier for you if I wasn't so fast? Would it be simpler if I stopped winning?" 
Those are the  words narrated by Semenya in the Nike campaign that takes us through the athlete's journey. 

2.  Tuks Athletics  'Female Athlete of the Century'

The record breaking runner was awarded the title on October 30. Semenya received the award from her alma mater alongside hurdle gold medalist LJ Van Zyl, who received the Male Athlete of the Century award.

4. IAAF Women of the Year nominee

Despite her ongoing battle with the IAAF, Semenya is one of ten nominees for the award. The athlete was nominated for continuously excelling in the 800m race as well as wining the Commonwealth Games, the African Championships, the Diamond League and the Continental Cup in that distance.

4. Women Sports Foundation 

Semenya received the Wilma Rudolph Courage Award in New York  from the Women's Sport Foundation on October 4. She was presented the award by tennis legend Billie Jean King.

The award is given to female athletes who show extraordinary courage in their athletic performance as well as demonstrating the ability to overcome adversity. 

5. Discovery Vitality Ambassador 

A Discovery advert featuring the gold medalist gave many the feels. The commercial shows Semenya overwhelmed with emotions as she is welcomed by hundreds of supporters at the Discovery building in Sandton.

Semenya joins the likes of Chad le Clos and Wayne Van Niekerk as fellow Discovery Vitality ambassadors.