Overview
- World Rugby announced the award on Saturday after South Africa’s 24-13 win over Ireland in Dublin, where Marx was named player of the match.
- Marx is the fourth South African winner and secured consecutive national victories for the Boks in the award.
- He is the first front-rower to take the honor since Keith Wood in 2001.
- His season featured six tries, two in the Rugby Championship decider against Argentina, and a pivotal role in a 14-man victory over France in Paris.
- SA Rugby lauded his work ethic in an official statement, Marx dedicated the recognition to his teammates and country, and Fabian Holland won Breakthrough Player over nominee Ethan Hooker.