An Unforgettable Tackle: Rugby Union Player Swept Off His Feet in Viral Moment
In a remarkable display of strength and determination, a rugby union player from Welkom Gimnasium found himself at the center of a viral moment during a recent FNB Classic Clashes school match against HS Goudveld. The annual derby between these two South African powerhouses has long been a highlight on the school sports calendar, with rugby, hockey, and netball matches determining an overall winner.
While the first XV rugby clash is typically the main attraction, it was an earlier match that stole the show this year. As the HS Goudveld scrum-half received the ball deep in opposition territory, he was pounced upon by a determined Welkom Gimnasium defender. To the shock of onlookers, the Welkom Gimnasium player proceeded to lift the opposing player off the ground and carry him back towards his own try line, a distance of almost 50 meters.
In a desperate attempt to end the humiliation, the HS Goudveld player threw a forward pass, but the relentless Welkom Gimnasium defender simply kept driving forward before finally dumping his opponent to the ground near the 22-meter line. “He was begging for mercy at the point he chose the forward pass,” commented one rugby fan, capturing the sheer embarrassment of the moment.
The tackle has drawn comparisons to the iconic incident in 2013, when British and Irish Lions winger George North lifted Australia’s Israel Folau during a tour match. “Probably George North on Folau is the closest I’ve seen in the pro game,” noted one rugby enthusiast, acknowledging the impressive display of strength.
This unforgettable moment has sparked a flurry of reactions from viewers, ranging from disbelief to speculation about the player’s future in the sport. “What do you even say at school the next day?” one viewer pondered, while another suggested, “I’d quit and join the school chess club.”
As the rugby union community continues to buzz about this remarkable tackle, it serves as a testament to the sheer athleticism and determination that can be found on the school sports field, reminding fans of the unpredictable nature of the game.
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