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President Mbeki Pays Tribute as the
South African Cricket Team Bows out of the World Cup
South Africans will be disappointed at the outcome
of the Cricket match last night - beaten by the rain.
But the show goes on, as the remaining teams battle
it out - and with African hopes bloodied but not totally
bowed.
Our players fought back but were beaten by the elements.
As host country, we shall watch the continuing tournament
with great enthusiasm, and we call on all South Africans
to maintain their level of interest. We congratulate
the organizers and players and above all the spectators
on such a marvellous, colourful spectacle of open-air
skill on display for the peoples of the world.
The success of the world cup has confirmed South Africa
as an ideal venue for world events, for which the United
Cricket Board (UCB) and the organisers deserve the highest
praise.
Enquiries: Bheki Khumalo on 083 256 9133 or 012 3005436\7
4 March 2003
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