In August, the 33-year-old athlete admitted to testing positive for Clenbuterol, a substance known for its fat-burning properties, asserting his intent to contest the allegations and prove his innocence. The South African Institute for Drug-Free Sport (SAIDS) confirmed Jantjies’ suspension on their official website, a decision that potentially signals the conclusion of his professional rugby career.
Jantjies, primarily operating as a flyhalf, played a pivotal role in South Africa’s triumph at the 2019 Rugby World Cup in Japan, contributing to the team’s subsequent retention of the title in France the following year. Although initially named in South Africa’s preliminary training squad for the 2023 World Cup, he was ultimately excluded from the final roster.
According to SAIDS, Jantjies tested positive for Clenbuterol in June of the previous year, with no formal hearing conducted on the matter.
Jantjies’ most recent club affiliation was with Agen in France.
