Pieter-Steph du Toit, reflecting on South Africa’s remarkable World Cup journey, emphasizes the formidable challenges they faced, particularly against France, England, and the All Blacks.
While acknowledging the differing obstacles each match presented, he highlights the mental strain of their encounter with France as particularly demanding.
Beyond the on-field intensity, du Toit recalls the added pressure stemming from previous incidents and the psychological gamesmanship employed by the opposition.
Concerns about safety and distractions surrounding loved ones further compounded the stress.
Ultimately, overcoming these challenges to secure victory was a significant relief for du Toit and the team.
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