/ 10 July 1999

BEKKER MAY BE BACK

SCHUTTE BEKKER may be able to play first-class rugby after his mild heart attack seven weeks ago. Bekker has begun walking on the treadmill, and must still be cautious while building up his strength. He hopes to be back for the Blue Bulls by the end of the season. Bekker has a single Springbok cap for a 61-22 win over Australia, and captained the Blue Bulls. His attack came after a dose of flu during the Super 12 this year.