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Springboks prove true value of our inherent strength

Bokke Power

ON Saturday, October 28, the Springboks brought home their fourth Rugby World Cup trophy. As defending world champions, they are now on record as being the only team to have won the Rugby World Cup on four occasions, and the second team to have won it consecutively.

Following back-to-back triumphs by our national rugby team, they were able to solidify a 12-11 point win in the final match against the relentless All Blacks.

In fact, the Springboks secured a one-point win in all of their final three matches leading up to the World Cup win.

Although they had secured World Cup wins in the past, these recent matches were truly a feat of determination by the team, and a symbol of their determination as reigning world champions.

The symbolism of this win was glaring as the nation welcomed them back home this past Tuesday. Braving cold and wet weather,

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