President Cyril Ramaphosa took to his official Twitter account on October 28, 2023 to express his admiration and support for the South African national rugby team, the Springboks. In a tweet, he commended the team for their outstanding performance throughout the tournament, stating that they have faced an exceptionally challenging journey to reach the final.
“Never in a Rugby World Cup tournament has any team had to travel on such a difficult road as the @Springboks team of 2023, having beaten the top-ranking rugby teams in the world to reach this final,” President Ramaphosa tweeted.
Furthermore, the President revealed that he had personally spoken to the players earlier in the day, informing them of the unwavering support they have from South Africa’s 62 million citizens and the entire African continent. He emphasized that millions of people are rallying behind the team and will continue to stand by them throughout the final.
“The boys are determined and are fully driven by your support. We are bringing the cup home,” President Ramaphosa assured.
The President’s tweet resonated with many South Africans, who took to social media to express their pride and excitement for the Springboks’ upcoming final match. The team’s remarkable journey, defeating some of the world’s top-ranked rugby teams, has captured the nation’s attention and united the country in support of their quest for victory.
As the Springboks gear up for the final, their astounding journey and the overwhelming support they have garnered serve as a source of inspiration not only for rugby enthusiasts but for the entire nation. South Africans eagerly await the epic showdown, confident that the team will bring the Rugby World Cup home. (*)
