Jacaranda FM Breakfast with Martin Bester

How are singers for national anthems at rugby matches chosen?

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Red cards and national anthem flops! Despite South Africa's win, this past weekend's match against Italy was riddled with controversy. Breakfast with Martin Bester also spoke to former Springbok rugby public relations manager Annelee Murray about how exactly it works to get a singer to perform the national anthem.
17 Nov 2025 1AM English South Africa News Commentary · Entertainment News

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