US EditionFormer Springboks winger Cornal Hendricks dies at age 37 after heart attack
- Former South African winger Cornal Hendricks passed away at age 37 in Cape Town on Wednesday evening due to a cardiac arrest.
- Hendricks endured a serious heart condition diagnosed in 2015 that ended his career temporarily after warnings of potential cardiac arrest.
- Between 2014 and 2015, he represented the Springboks in 12 matches, crossing the try line five times in Tests, and secured a gold medal at the Commonwealth Games as part of the South Africa Sevens squad.
- Rugby officials praised Hendricks' determination and positive impact, with SA Rugby president Mark Alexander calling him a remarkable athlete who inspired many.
- Hendricks’ death ended a 17-year rugby career marked by resilience, and his contributions continue to inspire teammates, fans, and the wider South African community.
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South Africa: former Springboks rugby player Cornal Hendricks dead at 37
Cornal Hendricks, a beloved rugby player for various South African teams, has died aged 37 after a heart attack. The sportsman was diagnosed with a heart condition in 2015 and temporarily retired from rugby before returning to the field in 2019.
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