Mehdi Narjissi, a 17-year-old French rugby player, went missing while swimming near the Cape of Good Hope after being swept away by a wave during a team outing.
Boats and helicopters are being used in the massive search.
The French Rugby Federation (FRR) confirmed the news.
“Mehdi Narjissi, a Stade Toulouse player who travelled to South Africa to compete in the International Series with the French men’s under-18 team, has disappeared,” the federation reported.
“Around 4pm on Wednesday, he was swept away by a wave while swimming with his teammates. Rescue services are working to find him.”
Mehdi is the son of Djalil Narjissi, a famous rugby player.
The FRR is supporting the team and Mehdi’s family during this tough time.
The French under-18 team is in Cape Town for the U18 International Series, where they are supposed to play against South Africa, England, and Georgia.
Compiled by Staff Writer
Pictured above: Medhi Narjissi.
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