Full coverage: 2016 Rio Olympics

To the story of Luvo Manyonga who won a silver medal in the men’s long jump, missing out on gold by just one centimetre. But it's away from the track that his biggest fight took place.

Interview with Luvo Manyonga, silver medalist in men's long jump

Two years ago, Luvo was addicted to crystal meth and facing a bleak future. The South African managed to overcome his addiction, rebuild his life, and return to competition earlier this year and now along with jumping, Luvo also uses his story in the hopes of teaching others about the dangers of drugs.

South Africa's Luvo Manyonga celebrates after he won the silver medal in the Men's Long Jump Final