Overview

• Cornal Hendricks, capped 12 times for the Springboks and a 2014 Commonwealth Games gold medalist, has died from a heart attack at age 37.
• Diagnosed with a heart condition in 2016, Hendricks made a remarkable comeback in 2019 and played five seasons with the Bulls, winning two Currie Cups.
• SA Rugby president Mark Alexander called Hendricks a 'remarkable athlete' whose energy and love of life inspired teammates and fans alike.
• Bulls rugby director Jake White praised Hendricks for his resilience and his role as a role model, describing him as an 'inspirational figure' in South African rugby.
• Tributes from teammates, including Springboks captain Siya Kolisi, reflect the deep impact Hendricks had on the rugby community both on and off the field.