In news that definitely shines an unfavorable spotlight on crime in South Africa, a prominent international rugby journalist has shared a disturbing social media post about an attempted hijacking on the way to the airport.
James While, rugby correspondent for Planet Rugby and a rugby coach who also writes for other publications, was recently on holiday in South Africa. He also covered last month's Champions Cup match between the Bulls and Bordeaux Begles.
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Shocking hijacking incident that occurred while in South Africa
“A complete SA experience, what's a holiday without an attempted carjacking on the way to the airport? It happened so quickly it was really scary,” he wrote. it's okay.
“I can only assume that one of your readers disagreed with my analysis…” he added more casually.
It is not known exactly where the incident took place.
https://twitter.com/jameswhile/status/1753350942878048305
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highly regarded journalist
James While is an experienced sports journalist. planet rugby The profile says: “James has been working at Planet Rugby for 15 years, providing all kinds of news and analysis about the global game, but with a particular focus on British and French rugby.
“As a player (backrow) he represented Headingley, Birmingham, Solihull, Walsall and Worcester at first team level before retiring to pursue a career as a journalist. In addition to his duties, he has written for The Times, The Cricketer and Rugby Journal, and spent two years playing and coaching on an exchange program in Durban, South Africa.
“James is also an elite coach working with Birmingham Bulls RFC and other teams, and has provided analytical work to a number of professional clubs in both the Premiership and Top 14.
“He has a deep-seated belief that the forwards win games on their own and the backs are just there for decoration.”
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