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Tatjana Smith praises Rachel Kolisi amid Siya support

Posted on November 15, 2025
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Olympic swimmer Tatjana Smith showed her sister-in-law, Rachel Kolisi love amid separation from Springboks captain Siya Kolisi.

Rachel Kolisi, the estranged wife of Springboks captain Siya Kolisi, revealed that she and their two kids have returned to Cape Town, South Africa after about a week in Paris, France.

TATJANA SMITH PRAISES RACHEL KOLISI

Olympic swimmer Tatjana Smith, formerly Shoenmaker, is married to Rachel Kolisi’s brother Joel Smith. Tatjana praised Rachel for the person she is and her heart in the comments section of an Instagram post. Rachel is currently separated from estranged husband, Siya Kolisi, but took their two kids – Nicholas and Keziah to Paris, France to watch him play his 100th test for the Springboks.

This comes after Rachel hinted at infidelity in their marriage.

“Honestly, just in awe of the person you are and your heart ♥️,” wrote Tatjana.

THE KOLISI KIDS RETURN FROM PARIS, GO TO SCHOOL ON THE SAME DAY

Rachel also revealed that she and the kids landed from Paris at 6am, and the kids were adamant that they wanted to go to school that they, so they did. Take a look…

“We landed at 6am yesterday and babies were adamant they wanted to go to school 😂. Needless to say we went home and they went straight to bed. Love coming home 🇿🇦❤️,” she wrote.

Others also showed Rachel support.

“The pride we have for how a stellar Mom you are, 😍🔥❤️🙌,” wrote @maaya_makaora.

“Such a power house and role model of a woman. 🔥 Well done,” wrote @anel_henn.

“I love kids loving school. Makes you feel good as a mom. And good that your kid is happy and feel safe at school 😍😍😍,” wrote @raquel0028.

“If jetlagged were people 😍 too cute and they pretty brave and dedicated.. precious mommy moments.. admire your strength Rachel.. remember you are the mirror 🔥,” wrote @judyfelix43.

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