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Damian Willemse’s Hamstring Puts Springbok Tour In Doubt

The setback leaves South Africa short at fullback on the eve of their five-match tour.

Bok star suffers injury on eve of tour
Springbok and Stormers utility back Damian Willemse faces an anxious wait to see the extent of a hamstring strain, ahead of the national teams end-of-year-tour to the UK and Europe. Picture: Steve Haag Sports/Gallo Images

Overview

  • DHL Stormers coach John Dobson said Willemse “has probably got a pulled hamstring” suffered in a 31–16 win over Benetton in Treviso.
  • Willemse stayed on the field after being shifted to the wing, with Dobson noting the move reduced his defensive load.
  • Dobson added the issue “has probably put some of his tour at risk,” with formal medical confirmation still pending.
  • South Africa are due to open the tour against Japan in Tokyo on November 1.
  • With Aphelele Fassi injured and Willemse the only recognised fullback named in the original squad, reports suggest selectors could consider recalling Willie le Roux or asking others such as Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu or Edwill van der Merwe to cover 15 if needed.