This photograph taken on September 4, 2023 shows the Rugby Union World Cup trophy, the Webb Ellis Cup, presented during the tournament opening conference in Paris, ahead of the Rugby World Cup 2023 France. (Photo by Anne-Christine POUJOULAT / AFP)
Durban — For three hours the Webb Ellis Cup, which the Springboks have won for a record four times, will be at the Gateway Theatre of Shopping on today (Friday).
Last week, Gateway announced that the trophy tour was coming to the mall.
Gateway was an official MTN Springbok Fans Mall during the Rugby World Cup. Due to this relationship, Gateway was offered the opportunity to host the trophy tour.
On its Facebook page, Gateway called on all 2023 Rugby World Cup supporters because the William Webb Ellis will be at the mall on Friday.
Supporters will get a chance to be photographed with the fourth World Cup trophy located at Parkade B, Ground Floor, Entrance 5 - Near Truworths.
On the Gateway website, the mall said: “We are proud to announce that the Rugby World Cup trophy is coming to Gateway, on December 1, from 1pm to 3pm. Don’t miss your chance to get your photo taken alongside the iconic Webb Ellis Cup. Be part of the action that takes place in the mall at The Atrium, Ground floor, Entrance 5, Parkade B.”
According to the website, some supporters can beat the queue with priority access:
“Be part of the two-day extravaganza on the 9 and 10 December and see the world’s 12 best men’s and women’s rugby sevens teams, with both Springboks men’s and women’s teams in action. It’s the rugby you love, but with so much more, bringing together a unique festival of sport, food, fitness and immersive experiences. Plus live music from over 40 acts, including DJ Zinhle, Jack Parow, Sun El-Musician, with more names to be announced!”
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