Blast from the past: Plaatjes makes his mark at marathon world championships in Stuttgart
Today in SA sport history: August 14
14 August 2024 - 05:00
1937 — The Springboks lose their tour opener against the All Blacks at Athletic Park in Wellington 7-13. Legendary winger DO Williams scores the only try for the visitors, with centre Jimmy White adding a drop. New Zealand flyer John Dick dotted down for the hosts and flyhalf David Trevathan added a drop and two penalties...
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