{
  "id": 760866,
  "title": "Shiniqwa Lamprecht's hybrid versatility gives Springbok Women another weapon in Fiji",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/13/shiniqwa-lamprechts-hybrid-versatility-gives-springbok-women-another",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-13T11:30:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "IOL",
    "slug": "iol",
    "url": "https://iol.co.za/sport/rugby/springboks/2026-08-13-shiniqwa-lamprechts-hybrid-versatility-gives-springbok-women-another-weapon-in-fiji/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "South Africa's Springbok Women rugby team is exploring the versatility of hybrid players to strengthen their lineup for their upcoming second Test against Fiji in Lautoka. Shiniqwa Lamprecht, a 23-year-old Sevens star, has been named among the replacements and could potentially take on a flank role if necessary, showcasing her dual skills as a strong ball carrier and defender. Assistant coach Laurian Johannes-Haupt believes Lamprecht fits the profile of a hybrid player, similar to Springbok star Andre Esterhuizen. This approach aligns with South Africa's strategy to diversify their bench options, opting for a 5-3 formation instead of the previous 6-2 combination. Lamprecht, who has scored 64 tries in 20 tournaments, will become the 195th player to earn a Springbok Women's cap, and her debut will contribute to testing the team's depth across various positions.",
  "summary": "Shiniqwa Lamprecht could follow the hybrid path of Springbok star Andre Esterhuizen as South Africa test their depth in Saturday’s second Test against Fiji.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
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  "coverage": {
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  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}