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The final match unfolded dramatically. The All Blacks started strong, but the tenacity of the Springboks shone through, leading them to a tie and forcing extra time. In a nail-biting finale, they emerged victorious, capturing the championship and the hearts of an entire nation longing for unity.
Mandela’s role during this climactic moment was not merely as a supportive president but as a figure symbolizing reconciliation, handing the trophy to Francois and celebrating with his people. As the streets filled with widespread jubilation, Mandela opted not to flee the chaos but embraced it instead, becoming a part of the collective joy that transcended barriers of race and history.