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Rugby whistle warms hearts

WORLD CUP

The Rugby World Cup trophy for bravery should go to South African Ron Rutland. Since last year, the adventurer from KwaZulu-Natal has traversed mountains, braved floods, earthquakes and scorching heat as he cycled across continents to raise money for ChildFund Rugby, with the Rugby World Cup whistle nestled at the bottom of his backpack.

Armed with his bicycle and a rugby ball, he has spread the magical unity of sport despite a “major health wobble” which could have derailed

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