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When Gold Turns to Groceries: The Afterlife of a 1995 Springbok Medal

by Liam Fortuin
December 15, 2025

Adriaan Richter, a 1995 Springbok rugby hero, had to auction his World Cup medal because life tackled him hard. After business dreams crashed and debts piled up, that shining medal became his last hope. It wasn’t just gold; it was a lifeline, sold to cover his children’s school fees and keep his family afloat. This onceproud symbol of victory became a stark reminder of life’s tough scrums, showing how even a hero’s glory can turn into groceries.

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