As soon as his transfer to Rugby Club Toulonnais was formalized, the South African world champion published a long message on his Twitter and Instagram accounts, for the attention of Toulouse residents, supporters and members of the Stadium.
He starts it off by admitting that he "did
n't expect the end to come so soon."
I hope you understand that the decision to settle in Toulon was not easy to take
”…
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He then pays a vibrant tribute to the club of which he will wear more the jersey.
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I will be eternally grateful for everything I have learned and experienced with Stade Toulousain,” writes Cheslin Kolbe.
The lessons learned and memories created go far beyond rugby.
I would like to thank the Stade Toulousain for the opportunity given to be part of their heritage and their history.
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Toulouse is a special place that will always be my home
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Cheslin kolbe
Arrived in Toulouse in 2017, where he raised the shield of Brennus twice and won the European Cup, the winger does not forget the public who had made him one of his darlings.
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To the supporters of Stade Toulousain, Thank you, Thank you, THANK YOU !.
Thank you for accepting me from the start with the warmest welcome.
Thank you for making me feel that Toulouse has been my home from day one.
[...] Your love for the Stadium is incredible, the best I have ever known.
"
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He finally assures that he will never forget these four seasons during which he had "the privilege of"
living his dream.
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I will always carry in my heart the incredible memory of Stade Toulousain.
Toulouse is a special place that will always be my home.
"And to conclude with a vibrant:"
I still love you
"...
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The interest and defense of the Stade Toulousain institution prevail over everything and remain my priority to remain faithful to our values.
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Didier Lacroix, president of Stade Toulousain
Moments after the official announcement of the RCT, Stade Toulousain also split a message signed by its president, Didier Lacroix. “
The departure of a player like Cheslin Kolbe is one of those special moments in the life of a club where emotion, recognition and transmission come together.
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If it is appropriate to salute the career of a player who has shown himself under our colors and has helped to sublimate the prize list, the club remains faithful to its sporting project, to the men who animate it, as well as to rigorous management choices which condition more than ever the victories of tomorrow. The interest and defense of the Stade Toulousain institution prevail over everything and remain my priority to remain faithful to our values
”, explains Didier Lacroix.
