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SOUTHERN CAPE NEWS - The South African National Tug-of-War Championships were held at the George Showgrounds last weekend.

A total of 691 athletes from 116 teams, representing the districts Eden, Cape Metropole, Gauteng North, Overberg and Cape Winelands, took part in the competition. Cape Metropole, with a total of 59 points, won the championships. Their closest competitor, Cape Winelands, finished 11 points behind them.

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Vice-president of the South African Tug-of-War Federation, Anton Botha, said he was highly impressed with the high standard of tug-of-war displayed. "This bodes well for the world championships in eight weeks' time in Cape Town. Of specific significance was the excellent spirit in which the different teams competed in this tournament. The excitement was tangible."

The official national teams were also announced.

Congratulations all around after a tough competition.

These national teams will be representing South Africa at the World Tug-of-War Championships from 19 to 22 September at Camps Bay High School in Cape Town.

More information regarding the World Championships can be obtained from the official website: www.towcapetown2018.co.za.

Hans Schutte (left) and De Wet Theunissen received their national colours after the South African Tug-of-War Championships at the George Showgrounds last weekend.

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