South Africans revel in success as World Cup host

Seeded on Mon Jul 12, 2010 6:55 PM EDT (NBC Sports)

On the field of play, South Africa fared worse than any host nation in World Cup history. Off the field, it was a resounding winner, overcoming past strife and present troubles to charm the world with pluck, hard work and warmth.

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