Tristan Leyds casts own shadow with World Sevens Player of the Year award

Author: iol.co.zaPublished on: June 8, 2026Country: South Africa

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Tristan Leyds casts own shadow with World Sevens Player of the Year award

Tristan Leyds was crowned the HSBC SVNS Men's Sevens Player of the Year after helping the Blitzboks secure both the series and World Championship titles. The 28-year-old playmaker also featured in the Men's SVNS Dream Team alongside teammate Shilton van Wyk. Coach Philip Snyman praised the team's collective excellence while highlighting Leyds' central role in the historic campaign.

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