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Name: Franco van der Merwe
Position: Lock
Physical: 2m; 115kg
Birthdate: 15 March 1983
Birthplace: Paarl
Marital Status: Married
High School: Hartswater High School
College/University: Pukke
College/University Qualification: Human Resources (Hons)
Most difficult opposing provincial team and why? Griquas in Kimberley as the field is incredibly hard.
Favorite rugby memory: Captaining the Lions team, being a part of the Emerging Bok squad that drew with the British & Irish Lions.
Biggest disappointment in rugby: Losing a Currie Cup final
Biggest influence on rugby career: My family and my wife
Other sports and leisure interests: Golf, 4x4 and fishing
Favorite book(s): Piercing the Darkness
Favorite movie(s): Kung Fu Panda, Fight Club, It’s Complicated
Favorite actor/actress: Brad Pitt, Jack Black, Gwyneth Paltrow
Favorite TV programmes: The Mentalist, Master Chef and Voetspore
Favorite music group(s): 80s and Afrikaans and U2
Favourite singer(s): Bruce Springsteen, Neil Diamond, U2, Kurt Darren, Steve Hoffmeyer
Favourite food: Fillet steak and wedges; jelly and custard
Favourite restaurant(s): Primi Piatti and Cupacino’s
Favourite website: Google, 4x4 Community, ABSA
Favorite ringtone: Old School Ring (Traditional)
Favourite item of clothing: RM Williams Jeans, Saloman Jacket
Favourite holiday destination: Lesotho, Midlands, Anywhere in South Africa, Stilbaai
Goals in rugby: Winning the Currie Cup
Personal goals: Enjoy life!
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