Pandemonium as Springboks return to SA
Hundreds of South Africans from all walks of life came out to welcome the Springboks at OR Tambo Intentional Airport on Tuesday afternoon.
The South African national rugby team won the Rugby World Cup by beating England 32-12 in the final in Yokohama on Saturday.
Springbok captain Siya Kolisi was given a hero’s welcome as he carried the William Webb Ellis Trophy through the arrivals hall.
#Springboks | Springboks Captain, Siya Kolisi, arrives to a hereo's welcome. pic.twitter.com/rL13dtfRAf
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Speaking to Jacaranda FM News, Zoe Morgan, said she was excited to see Faf De Klerk.
“The crowd went wild, there was a lot of emotions, and everyone was excited to see him,” she said.
Zack Smit, a young rugby player, said he looks up to world rugby player of the year Pieter-Steph du Toit.
“He plays really amazing and he deserves it.”
See photos of the Springboks arrival below:
#Springboks Fans are still awaiting for the arrival of the last batch of players which include captain #SiyaKolisi and Russie Erasmus. pic.twitter.com/QlrXQFYMsi
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#Springboks | Springboks arriving at the OR Tambo International Airport. pic.twitter.com/0W3w5STvyk
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#Springboks Mabotse Sekhoela and Hilda Msiza say they're grateful to #SiyaKolisi for uniting the country. pic.twitter.com/m6AbAIkx9h
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#Springboks | PHOTO: Springboks supporters at OR Tambo International Airport. pic.twitter.com/u6VCTtKLgX
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#Springboks | PHOTO: Springboks supporters at OR Tambo International Airport. pic.twitter.com/q22fyRwy33
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#Springboks Young fans on #CheslinKolbe,
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"His side steps are lethal." pic.twitter.com/52gKi9601I