Rassie Erasmus – former Springbok, World Coach of the Year and two-time World Cup winning coach has a new title doctor. He's now Dr Rassie Erasmus.
Rassie was recently presented with an honorary doctorate in coaching science by North-West University.
Rassie was being honoured, the university said, for his exceptional management of the Springboks at the 2019 and 2023 world cups, his stature in the international rugby coaching arena, his focus on diversity and his commitment to social responsibility.