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Robert Kitson (2010-11-29). "Martin Johnson's England look fragile after battle with South Africa". The Guardian. Retrieved 2010-11-29. Last week some wag doctored Peter de Villiers' Wikipedia entry, suggesting the coach had once been a circus clown and was now performing a similar role with the Springboks.
There may be a few errors in respect of Peter's CV. He coached the Falcons and not the Valke. These are different teams even though it is a translation of the same animal. It is rather sad that there is this constant reference to an Affirmative Action appointment as if Peter's rugby credentials are suspect. Quoting the inapproriate statements of the President of SARU while not reflecting on the rigour of the selection process is somewhat mischievious. It is important to note that 7 out of 8 interviewers from the interview process and who were best placed to make an informed decision, found his credentials to be authentic and highly credible. It is also important to note that not one credible rugby commentator has questioned his credentials. Fourth Estate manipulation of opinion has been at the forefront of protecting the racist legacy of rugby in South Africa and in that respect most articles about Peter DeVilliers reflects on the quality of journalism rather than the competence of the new coach. —Preceding unsigned comment added by 217.43.226.194 (talk) 12:05, 2 March 2008 (UTC)[reply]
I agree. Some mention should be made of his win ratio as Springbok coach (approximately 75% and the best since Kitch Christie). —Preceding unsigned comment added by 41.245.149.77 (talk) 21:35, 25 October 2009 (UTC)[reply]
