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'The Cup is in our kant!': Now South Africa's GOVERNMENT aim a dig at England and Tom Curry over the Rugby World Cup 'white ****' slur row

30/10/23 07:48
The South African Government appeared to take a dig at Tom Curry by declaring the Rugby World 'is in South Africa's kant'. The Springboks became the first team to win the Webb Ellis Cup for a fourth time, as they defeated the All Blacks 13-12 in a thrilling final on Saturday to retain the trophy they won in Japan four years ago. 'Government also thanks all South Africans for rallying behind the team, and supporting them through the nail-biting games,' a statement from the South African Government read....read

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Doubles match! Roger Federer takes his two sets of twins - with both pairs sporting matching outfits - to cheer on the Springboks at Rugby World Cup final
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Rita Ora, 32, and husband Taika Waititi, 48, are on the edge of their seats as they watch a nailbiting Rugby World Cup final in Paris
29/10/23 09:35The pop star, 32, and the film director, 48, looked very animated as they cheered on from the sidelines at the Stade de France.
Prince Albert and Princess Charlene share a rare PDA at Rugby World Cup final: Monaco royal embraces his wife as she celebrates South African victory against New Zealand
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Sam Cane says Rugby World Cup final red card is something he will 'have to live with forever' following New Zealand's narrow defeat to South Africa... after the All Blacks captain was sent off in the first half
29/10/23 09:03The All Blacks captain was set to the bunker for his high tackle on Jessie Kriel 29 minutes in and that yellow card was upgraded to a red after 34 minutes .
Eddie Jones resigns as Australia boss after disastrous Rugby World Cup campaign
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MIKE BROWN: Make Ellis Genge captain and England can WIN the Rugby World Cup in 2027... there is so much talent, they just need the right systems and playing style
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Novak Djokovic and Rita Ora among celebrities spotted at Rugby World Cup final as Mika performs in France, for New Zealand v South Africa clash
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All Blacks captain Sam Cane receives the first-ever RED CARD at a Rugby World Cup final... as English whistler Wayne Barnes creates history in Paris after decision was sent to the bunker for review
28/10/23 19:51Referee Wayne Barnes dismissed the player but Cane had to wait for the final verdict as the incident was reviewed by the bunker review officer.
Bongi Mbonambi LIMPS OFF in the World Cup final within four minutes - just days after the South African hooker was cleared to play having being at the centre of a race storm
28/10/23 19:48The Springbok hooker was subsequently cleared to play in the final after a World Rugby investigation into the incident concluded that there was insufficient evidence to take action.
New Zealand 11-12 South Africa - Rugby World Cup final LIVE: Springboks RETAIN their crown after nerve-shredding finish in Paris... as they become first side to lift trophy for a fourth time
28/10/23 17:52Follow Mail Sport's live blog for the latest team news, scores and updates as favourites New Zealand and South Africa face-off in the Rugby World Cup final hoping to win their fourth title.
EXCLUSIVE: James Haskell still living at family home in London in the wake of split from wife Chloe Madeley
28/10/23 17:21The former rugby player, 38, and the personal trainer, 36, confirmed their separation in a joint statement released on Saturday.
Will Kurt-Lee Arendse be Springboks' hero in the Rugby World Cup final tonight? The winger scoring a try and South Africa beating New Zealand is boosted to 9/2 by Sky Bet
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New Zealand's Will Jordan is 15/2 to score the first try in today's Rugby World Cup final as he aims to create history, while fellow winger Cheslin Kolbe is 2/1 to cross the whitewash anytime for South Africa in Paris
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Joe Marler tells former England star to 'eat s*** after the prop was accused of 'showing a lack of respect' by snubbing Sir Bill Beaumont... as he collected his Rugby World Cup bronze medal
28/10/23 11:00Joe Marler has told former England fly-half Andy Goode to 'eat s***' after he was accused of being disrespectful following their victory over Argentina at the Rugby World Cup.
An early childhood teacher, a farm manager and an accountant turned influencer... meet the All Blacks wives and partners cheering on their side as New Zealand and South Africa battle for the Rugby World Cup
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Five of the strangest Rugby World Cup facts, from the tradition that dates back to 1905 to the shocking titles drought endured by the All Blacks
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Eddie Jones is on collision course for awkward reunion with Michael Hooper after sensationally claiming he axed the former Wallabies skipper because he wasn't 'a good role model'
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EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: All Blacks legend Sonny Bill Williams on hanging out with David Beckham, World Cup memories and split loyalities ahead of the Rugby World Cup final versus South Africa
27/10/23 23:15NIK SIMON IN PARIS: Before the conversation turns to the match itself, Williams talks through life since he stopped playing in 2019, after the World Cup in Japan.
NIK SIMON: It's a family affair as Ben Youngs bows out a hero and as England's most capped international player, having been one of the greatest servants to wear the shirt
27/10/23 22:26NIK SIMON AT STADE DE FRANCE: Big brother Tom, who sang the anthem beside Ben in 2012, reminisced about the first time he fell victim to his sidestep on the family farm.
For as long as I can remember the RFU has been far too cozy, it needs shaking up if England are to win another Rugby World Cup... it's left field, but they must hire South Africa's genius coach Rassie Erasmus
27/10/23 21:31SIR CLIVE WOODWARD: I've long called for English rugby to employ someone of stature, gravitas and quality. Rassie Erasmus, Ian Foster and Joe Schmidt, there are fascinating contenders.
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Bongi Mbonambi 'had mostly white friends' at private school pool parties and 'colour meant nothing to him', his mum says, but now South Africa's hooker is at the centre of Tom Curry 'white ****' racism storm
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Tom Curry 'is a VICTIM of a situation who hasn't been able to have his voice heard', insists Steve Borthwick - as he defends England star for 'doing nothing wrong' after South Africa's Bongi Mbonambi is cleared by World Rugby for alleged 'white c***' slur
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South African media revel in Bongi Mbonambi getting 'off the hook' and clear to play in the Rugby World Cup final... after investigation into claims he called Tom Curry a 'white ****' twice was closed due to a lack of evidence
26/10/23 10:01South African newspapers have expressed relief after World Rugby closed an investigation into hooker Bongi Mbonambi, clearing him to play in the Rugby World Cup final.
England claim Bongi Mbonambi called Tom Curry a 'white ****' TWICE - last year AND at Rugby World Cup - but South Africa star is cleared over 'insufficient evidence' to prosecute
26/10/23 06:59The RFU have reacted with fury after World Rugby announced that no charges will be made against Bongi Mbonambi for alleged racist abuse aimed at England flanker Tom Curry.
Owen Farrell and Steve Borthwick rally around Tom Curry as they hit back at 'the amount of abuse' England star has received after accusing South Africa's Bongi Mbonambi of calling him a 'white c***' during dramatic Rugby World Cup semi-final loss
25/10/23 21:30CHRIS FOY IN PARIS: With emotions running high on both sides, footage emerged of Mbonambi practising lineouts in training, with a coach shouting 'watter kant'.
Chloe Madeley and James Haskell reunite back home with daughter Bodhi after both ditching their wedding rings and his lads' trip abroad
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Steve Borthwick insists an ongoing investigation over alleged 'white ****' slur made by South Africa's Bongi Mbonambi is 'not a Tom Curry issue'... as captain Owen Farrell slams abuse directed at the England flanker
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'Watter kant': South Africa rugby stars speak in Afrikaans and appear to make light of Bongi Mbonambi's 'white ****' England slur row as they warm up for the World Cup final
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Tom Curry 'received threats and abuse' after accusing South Africa's Bongi Mbonambi of calling him a 'white c***' during England's brutal Rugby World Cup semi-final loss
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24/10/23 17:29Curry claimed to referee Ben O'Keeffe that he was called a 'white c***' by Mbonambi and, after a complaint made by the Rugby Football Union, footage is being examined for evidence.
REVEALED: World Rugby are looking into a DIFFERENT incident involving Tom Curry and Bongi Mbonambi in investigation into England 'white ****' slur - despite fans claiming South Africa star's innocence was proven
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World Rugby launch investigation into Tom Curry's allegation he was called a 'white ****' by South African hooker Bongi Mbonambi during England's Rugby World Cup semi-final defeat in Paris
23/10/23 10:30CHRIS FOY: A statement released on Monday by World Rugby - the global governing body - said: 'World Rugby takes allegations of discriminatory behaviour extremely seriously.
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Chloe Madeley ditches her wedding ring AGAIN on outing with daughter Bodhi and dad Richard - while husband James Haskell parties in Paris after his night out with blonde woman
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England's Tom Curry accuses South Africa's Bongi Mbonambi of calling him a 'white c***' in the Rugby World Cup semi-final with alleged racist slur picked up by the referee's mic
22/10/23 09:29CHRIS FOY IN PARIS: At the end, there was a noticeable altercation between Curry and Mbonambi, who appeared to refuse to shake the England forward's hand and marched off.
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Kate Middleton tells the England Rugby Team they should be 'proud' in sweet message after World Cup heartbreak following semi-final loss to South Africa
22/10/23 07:51The Princess of Wales took to Instagram and X, formerly known as Twitter, to send the Red Roses a message of support after they lost 16-15 to the Springboks in Paris.
England captain Owen Farrell insists pride is his overriding emotion despite his side's last-gasp World Cup semi-final heartache against South Africa - as he declares the future is 'bright'
21/10/23 23:00STEPHEN DAVIES: Farrell was just a few minutes away from leading out his side in a World Cup final only for Handre Pollard's late penalty to secure South Africa's passage.
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21/10/23 22:26ADAM HATHAWAY AND ALEX BYWATER: After a poor run of form leading up to the World Cup, many expected England to falter at the tournament and get knocked out easily.
All BIacks head coach Ian Foster won't gloat just yet... after shaking off Public Enemy No 1 tag to take New Zealand to the brink of immortality at the Rugby World Cup
21/10/23 21:43STEPHEN DAVIES: Foster was public enemy No 1 in New Zealand rugby after presiding over a dismal All Blacks ' run of form, the worst in living memory.
Aaron Smith says pain of 2019 'sticks with you forever' but the All Blacks have a 'burning desire' to fix that in the Rugby World Cup final on Sunday
21/10/23 21:30NIK SIMON IN PARIS: Barely a question was asked about the match when Aaron Smith arrived in the mixed zone after New Zealand's victory over Argentina.
All Blacks' Barrett brothers reflect on dairy farm beginnings as they look to fulfil World Cup dream on Sunday after New Zealand cruised past Argentina
21/10/23 21:30ALEX BYWATER: Paris is a long way from the Kiwi coastal province of Taranaki, but the journey was well worth it as the Barrett brothers shone on the biggest stage.
England's World Cup dreams destroyed by South Africa late show as Handre Pollard slots winning kick just 157 SECONDS from time to deny Steve Borthwick's men famous win... and a spot in the final
21/10/23 20:59NIK SIMON IN PARIS: This England team have not got pulses racing recently but last night they brought an intensity that sent the beats per minute through the roof.
Heartbreak for England as South Africa snatch Rugby World Cup semi-final victory in the final minutes despite Owen Farrell's kicking heroics - with tempers flaring in Paris at the final whistle in front of 20,000 dejected fans
21/10/23 18:57Heartbreak for England as they sink to their knees after the Springboks snatch the World Cup semi-final victory, despite captain Owen Farrell's kicking heroics.
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The tiny corner of France that is more British than Britain and is cheering on England to beat South Africa in the World Cup
21/10/23 15:11Le Touquet has been painted red and white as they back Steve Borthwick's men to avenge Les Bleus' defeat to the Springboks last weekend.
Kate Middleton wishes England good luck as they prepare to face off against the Springboks in the Rugby World Cup semi-final
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James Haskell ditches his wedding ring during boozy night out with pals in Paris after wife Chloe Madeley revealed 'trust issues'
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EXCLUSIVE'It's the feeling of winning... you can't replace it': Racing legend RACHAEL BLACKMORE on Cheltenham glory, adjusting to retirement... and going off chocolate!
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Lando Norris fears F1's dangerous new engine rules could lead to a 'big accident' - as Max Verstappen makes another hint he could quit the sport unless 'there is some action' taken
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Caroline Wozniacki shows off her toned body in incredible yacht holiday photos - with former world No 1 looking set to retire AGAIN at 35
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Chelsea and Germany legend Michael Ballack breaks down as he opens up on the 'unimaginable' death of his 18-year-old son for the first time
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Patrice Evra fumes at Man United's trio of pundits trying to 'kill' Michael Carrick's career: Frenchman brutally calls out Gary Neville, Roy Keane and Paul Scholes
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Lindsey Vonn reveals incredible update on her Winter Olympics crash recovery as she rises from wheelchair to work out less than a month after she almost had her leg amputated
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Jamie O'Hara WALKS OFF his radio show set as Tottenham fans are relentlessly mocked while plunging towards Premier League relegation with a string of memes and jokes
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Youssef Chermiti scores stunning overhead kick to give Rangers perfect start in Old Firm derby
Wrote himself into Old Firm folklore
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Former England star Jonny Bairstow appeals to Sir Keir Starmer for help after being stranded in Middle East amid Iran drones and missiles
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Ruben Loftus-Cheek shares gruesome picture after losing several teeth and suffering broken jaw - as England star breaks silence on injury
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Jack Wilshere is DRAGGED away by his Luton players as angry ex-Arsenal star confronts Hatters fans after they chant his side are 'embarrassing' after dropping points in promotion race
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Team GB heartbreak as Winter Olympic curling gold slips away in devastating echo of Beijing 2022 as Bruce Mouat and Co fall to cunning Canadians
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Tiger Woods hints he could RETURN at the Masters as golf legend, 50, recovers from seventh back surgery
