All Blacks chasing South African sprint sensation – WATCH

New Zealand Rugby are pursuing Tiaan Whelpton, a South African-born sprinter who clocked 10.09 in the 100m. Whelpton, who was schooled at Paul Roos in Stellenbosch, admits to being tempted by the opportunity to switch from athletics to rugby. But has put his potential All Blacks sevens career on hold for now. FOR MORE RUGBY NEWS VISIT THE SA PEOPLE WEBSITE“People have talked about rugby,” Whelpton said. My dad was a rugby player himself, and I’ve spoken to some guys at New Zealand sevens.