Farewell for now? Springboks captain Siya Kolisi's rumoured girlfriend Rachel John has packed her bags and jetted off to Amsterdam.
Springboks captain Siya Kolisi bid farewell to Dutch influencer Rachel John with whom he is rumoured to be dating. Pictures: TikTok
In the world of South African celebrity news, few stories capture public attention like the personal life of Springbok captain Siya Kolisi. Following his high-profile divorce from his ex-wife, Rachel Kolisi, in late 2024 after eight years of marriage, Kolisi has been linked to Dutch-Nigerian influencer Rachel John.
In the latest twist, John has packed her bags and jetted off to Amsterdam, leaving fans with only a cryptic clue as to what the future holds for the high-profile couple’s relationship.
Siya Kolisi and Rachel John: Relationship recap and rumours
Since the double World Cup-winning Springboks skipper and the 25-year-old influencer were spotted cozying up courtside at the ATP finals in Italy in November, the pair have fueled widespread romance rumours.
In recent months, the couple was spotted together at the curly-haired brunette’s birthday celebration in Jeffreys Bay, where Kolisi’s attendance alongside John raised eyebrows and stoked online chatter.
Their relationship status was seemingly confirmed in January when the double World Cup-winning skipper and 25-year-old Dutch influencer were spotted together on a baecation at the Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe.
Will their relationship stand the test of time and distance?
John’s recent departure from Cape Town has thrust the high-profile couple back into the spotlight, with the bubbly surf instructor subtly addressing questions about her connection with the 34-year-old rugby star on social media.
Unsurprisingly, fans and critics alike could not help but wonder how John’s move to her home country could impact their budding relationship.
This as Siya will officially rejoin the Stormers in Cape Town for the new season in July.
Siya Kolisi’s Cape Town move: Stormers and ‘Team Dad’
The Springboks captain previously explained that his move from the Sharks to his old club was motivated by the burly flanker’s desire to be with his children.
Nicholas (11) and Keziah (9), as well as Siya’s younger siblings, live with his former wife, Rachel Kolisi, in the Mother City.
‘Emotional farewell’: Siya Kolisi takes Rachel John to the airport
On her TikTok account, Rachel John shared a clip of her leaving South Africa on 5 February to return to the Netherlands.
The popular influencer, who is also a martial arts fighter, gave her followers a glimpse of what appears to be Siya Kolisi driving her to the airport.
She shared: “I don’t want to go home after spending two months in South Africa. Leaving this time felt especially hard. I am heartbroken”.
@racheljohnie Flying back home ✈️ I can already feel the post-travel dip coming @KLM Royal Dutch Airlines AD #KLMRoyalAirlines #KLM ♬ Endless Travel – Tiko Tiko
‘What about Siya?’
When one follower asked John the million-dollar question, “What about Siya?”, she replied: “Good question”, alongside a crying face emoji.
Her cryptic answer marks the first time Rachel John has publicly acknowledged her relationship with Mzansi’s “Captain Fantastic”.
Responding to another comment, John – who is mostly based in Jeffreys Bay due to her involvement with the charity organisation Surf House, expressed her desire to relocate to South Africa permanently one day.
Gone…but not for long
No need for tissues and tears yet… John’s stay in her home country will only be temporary as she attends to professional kickboxing commitments.
According to IOL, the influencer is scheduled to return to South Africa in April to host her RAJOS female-only surf camps in Jeffreys Bay.
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