“Face card”: Mannie Libbok’s wife, Verna, wows fans with stunning Women’s Month post

• Springboks fly-half Manie Libbok’s wife, Verna, shared stunning Women’s Month snaps on Instagram that drew reactions from fellow rugby WAGs
• The couple, who met in high school in George, tied the knot in Mossel Bay after a 15-month engagement
• Verna, a Ballroom and Latin dancer, values her privacy despite her husband’s fame and prefers living a “normal” life

Springboks flyhalf Manie Libbok is scoring both on and off the field, with his beautiful wife Verna often in the spotlight.

On Sunday, 31 August, Verna shared stunning snaps and videos on Instagram that captured attention.

Verna enjoys posting on social media. In July, she wished Manie a happy birthday in a heartfelt post that even drew a reaction from Rachel Kolisi, the former wife of Siya Kolisi.

Her latest post, shared during Women’s Month in South Africa, carried the caption:

"This August reminded me to honour the strength and softness that comes with being a woman."

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The message, accompanied by elegant pictures and a video, received warm responses. Among them was a comment from Layla Kolbe, wife of fellow Springbok Cheslin Kolbe, the reigning SA Rugby Men’s Player of the Year for 2024. Fans also chimed in:

@wayluuh:

“Faceee card.”

@aahhh:

“Beautiful.”

@cathrine:

“Beautiful and stunning lady.”

Go through the pictures and video below:

How did Manie meet his wife?

Manie proposed to Verna in June 2023, and after a 15-month engagement, the couple finally tied the knot in Mossel Bay in 2024. Their wedding reflected a classic “old-money” aesthetic. Guests and the bridal party wore black, while Verna looked radiant in an angelic white gown that perfectly complemented her figure.

Their love story began in high school in George, Western Cape, where they first met. Together for nearly a decade, they continue to grow in their relationship, embracing each other’s love languages.

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Who is Verna Libbok?

Verna is a Ballroom and Latin dancer, according to George Herald. Despite being married to one of South Africa’s most high-profile rugby players, she values her privacy. Speaking to Insider SA, she revealed that she enjoys her “normal” life away from the spotlight.

A sporty and active person, Verna participated in athletics and dancing during her school years. She later studied at Nelson Mandela University in Port Elizabeth.

Meanwhile, the Springboks star Handré Pollard and his wife, Marise, revealed their pregnancy bump on Instagram on Sunday, 31 August, drawing warm reactions from fans and fellow rugby players.

The couple, who have become a fan-favourite of many Springboks fans, love posting their beautiful family on social media.

The couple, who tied the knot in 2019, are expecting their second child.

Springboks arrive in New Zealand

Briefly News previously reported that the Springboks were greeted by enthusiastic supporters in Auckland, New Zealand, ahead of their upcoming Rugby Championship fixtures against the All Blacks.

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Captain Siya Kolisi led the squad as they arrived in the city to a crowd of South African expatriates, many waving national flags and wearing Springbok merchandise.

Proofreading by Roxanne Dos Ramos, copy editor at Briefly.co.za.

Source: Briefly News