South Africa Stunned After Losing Rugby World Cup Bid to France

South Africa was considered the favourite to host the 2023 tournament after it was "unanimously" recommended as a preferred candidate by an independent committee before losing to France.

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The Web Ellis Cup, the trophy of the Rugby World Cup (file photo).

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