Sporting figures from across the globe have paid tribute to South Africa’s first black president, who has died aged 95.
FIFA president Sepp Blatter:
My respects to an extraordinary person, probably one of the greatest humanists of our time: Nelson Mandela. http://t.co/0iLg06VUEU
— Joseph S Blatter (@SeppBlatter) December 5, 2013
Rugby South Africa:
Rest in Peace Nelson Mandela. We will never forget the role you played in our country, in our sport, and for that we are eternally grateful. — South African Rugby (@bokrugby) December 5, 2013
World Cup winning South African scrum-half Joost van der Westhuizen:
A sad day for our country. Rest in Peace Madiba. Condolences to his family and friends. — Joostvdwesthuizen (@9Joost) December 5, 2013
Former Bafana Bafana captain and Everton midfielder Steven Pienaar:
Still can’t believe it MADIBA is gone
— Steven Pienaar (@therealstevenpi) December 5, 2013
Manchester United centre half Rio Ferdinand:
RIP #NelsonMandela / #Madiba – the true inspiration.
— Rio Ferdinand (@rioferdy5) December 5, 2013
Sprinter Usain Bolt:
One of the greatest human beings ever..May your soul rest in peace..The worlds greatest fighter… http://t.co/kriCCKM7Is — Usain St. Leo Bolt (@usainbolt) December 5, 2013
Springboks winger Bryan Habana:
R.I.P Tata Madiba
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