Bulls flyer Sebastian de Klerk has credited Willie le Roux with playing a key role in his development ahead of his maiden Springbok call-up.
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De Klerk credits le Roux for shaping him into a Springbok
Sebastian de Klerk says Willie le Roux's guidance was instrumental in earning him his first Springbok call-up.
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