Emotional tribute in France to South African rugby player Hyron Andrews

Author: The Associated PressPublished on: October 18, 2026Country: France
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Emotional tribute in France to South African rugby player Hyron Andrews

La Rochelle and the Lions observed a minute of silence for Hyron Andrews before their Champions Cup match at Stade Marcel-Deflandre on Saturday. The 31-year-old South African lock died in France on Friday, the day before the match, SA Rugby and the Lions confirmed. His number five shirt was placed on the field as several Lions players cried and supported one another; La Rochelle players wore black armbands. The teams agreed to play the match, which La Rochelle won 31-14.

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