Rassie Erasmus was overcome with emotion as received an honorary doctorate from the North-West University (NWU) on Thursday.
. He has led the Springboks to back-to-back World Cup titles as coach and director of rugby, while he also oversaw a victorious British & Irish Lions series triumph in 2021.
Earlier this year, the North-West University (NWU announced that an honorary doctorate would be bestowed on Erasmus in recognition of his innovative and exceptional management of the Springboks during their victorious 2019 and 2023 Rugby World Cup campaigns. “His significant standing in the international rugby coaching arena, his strong drive and focus on diversity and inclusion, and his commitment to social responsibility,” were also highlighted as standout factors in handing him this honour.
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