Checkers have done it again with another spoof social media post mocking the Springboks’ opponents – France.
The retailer – who previously laughed off claims they sponsored the “Sixty60” kits – are known for their tongue-in-cheek humour.
The Boks will face Les Bleus at the Stade de France on Saturday, 8 November. This will mark their first meeting since the 2023 Rugby World Cup quarter-final match.
CHECKERS COMES THROUGH WITH FRENCH CONNECTION
In a social media post shared on Instagram and TikTok, Checkers mocked the Springboks’ opponents – France.
The clip featured an AI-generated Springbok walking into a Checkers store, where it decided to snack on a baguette – a popular pastry from the country. The animal ripped the delicacy into little crumbs.
“Carbo loading”, Checkers captioned the ad.
On TikTok, the video has been viewed over four million times.
Take a look…
@checkers_sa Carbo loading… 🥖
SPRINGBOKS WILL PLAY THESE COUNTRIES NEXT
In previous weeks, Checkers has spoofed a host of countries South Africa has played against with an ode to their popular dishes – sushi for Japan, kiwis for New Zealand, and a rose for Argentina.
What will they cook up for these upcoming Springboks fixtures?
- 15 November: South Africa vs Italy, Turin (Allianz Stadium)
- 22 November: South Africa vs Ireland, Dublin (Aviva Stadium)
- 29 November: South Africa vs Wales, Cardiff (Principality Stadium)
