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How rugby became part of the DNA of South Africans

The springbok has been a national emblem of South Africa since the 20th century. It was adopted as a nickname and mascot by several South African sports teams, most notably by our national rugby union team. 🇿🇦 Our rugby team is ranked first in the world and serves as a great source of pride for South Africans, who are deeply passionate about the sport. The springbok symbolises national pride, resilience, and unity. The springbok antelope (Antidorcas marsupialis) is indigenous to the arid terra