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‘We learned from Joost’ – Mbalula

_Gr0cCc0Tts_By _Gr0cCc0Tts_February 8, 20171 Comment2 Mins Read
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President Jacob Zuma expressed deep sadness and extended his heartfelt condolences on the passing of South African rugby legend and former Springbok captain, Joost van der Westhuizen.

President Jacob Zuma expressed deep sadness and extended his heartfelt condolences on the passing of South African rugby legend and former Springbok captain, Joost van der Westhuizen.

Van der Westhuizen died this week following a long battle with motor neuron disease.

Van der Westhuizen was admitted to intensive care on Saturday morning after his condition was described as critical.

“South Africa has lost a legend and one of the best rugby players that the country has ever produced. On behalf of the government and the people of South Africa, our heartfelt condolences to Mr Van der Westhuizen’s family. May his soul rest in peace," said Zuma.

The President has also thanked the nation for keeping Van der Westhuizen in their thoughts and prayers during his illness.

The rugby star has been battling motor neuron disease since 2011, with his condition deteriorating in recent months.

He played 89 Tests for his country and once held the all-time try scoring record, which has since been surpassed by Bryan Habana.

Sport and Recreation Minister Fikile Mbalula also shared his condolences on Van der Westhuizen’s death.

"The passing of Joost is a sad chapter in South African sporting history. His contribution to our national rugby team was immense. He leaves behind a generation of athletes, who aspire to his legendary sportsmanship.

“We draw lessons from his fighting spirit in both the field, playing for our national team, and against motor neuron disease. South Africa is poorer without this great giant and warrior of South African rugby.

“I send my sincere condolences to his family, his friends and to the entire sport fraternity," Mbalula said. 

– SAnews.gov.za

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