Tributes to Andrews before Champions Cup matches
Lions and Sale Sharks are among the clubs to pay tribute to Hyron Andrews at their matches on Saturday, following the South African's death aged 31.
BBC Sport reports: Lions and Sale Sharks are among the clubs to pay tribute to Hyron Andrews at their matches on Saturday, following the South African's death aged 31.
This sports story centres on South Africa. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include Champions Cup, Sale Sharks and Hyron Andrews.
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- Champions Cup, Sale Sharks, Hyron Andrews, South African
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