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4 September 2026

South Africa rugby flyover controversy: How the Springboks' stadium tradition began

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South Africa rugby flyover controversy: How the Springboks' stadium tradition began

A spectacular Springbok tradition has come under scrutiny after a low-flying jet sparked safety concerns - so when did the flyover tradition begin?

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