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Cape Town - In an exclusive interview, Cheetahs and Bok wing CORNAL HENDRICKS on overcoming setbacks, World Cup selection and how to beat the Stormers in Bloemfontein on Saturday.
Sport24 asked: You are a late developer in rugby terms. What did it take to get to the top?
Cornal Hendricks: I had a lot of struggles in my rugby career when I was younger. I didn’t play Craven Week and never made the Boland under-16 Grant Khomo Week team. In fact, my first colours were at under-19 level for Boland. It was difficult to come from a semi-professional background and move to a professional setup. However, the experience has proved invaluable, as I have learned about discipline, determination and punctuality. Talent can only take a player so far, and the rest comes down to hard work and dedication. I’ve had setbacks in the past, so as a professional rugby player, I appreciate every opportunity.
