Overview
- Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus joined supporters for a 6km community walk that started and ended at Doodles Beachfront Restaurant in Bloubergstrand at 06:00.
- Erasmus had invited the public on X earlier in December, describing a casual 3km out-and-back stroll to thank fans for their support.
- The gathering builds on his first festive fan meet-and-greet held last Christmas.
- In 2025, he guided the Springboks to the Rugby Championship title and a clean sweep of a five-match European tour, finishing the year atop the World Rugby rankings.
- His coaching ledger stands at 53 Tests with a 40–12–1 record and a 75% win rate, leaving him one match shy of Jake White’s all-time Springbok mark.