Springboks captain Siya Kolisi hailed his team's ability not to panic as they dug in to secure a 32-17 victory over France in Paris, despite being down to 14 players.
South Africa's impressive win over France in Paris helped them breach the 93-point barrier in the World Rugby rankings and increase their lead over second-placed New Zealand.
Springbok lock Lood de Jager is expecting a massive physical challenge from France's forward pack when they face off in Paris on Saturday night.
France superstar Antoine Dupont is turning his nerves into motivation ahead of his bid to make France's Sevens squad for the Summer Olympic Games in Paris.
The Springbok Sevens will have to beat all-comers in Monaco on 21-23 June to earn their Olympic Games Paris 2024 ticket in the final World Rugby Sevens Repechage.
Rookie New Zealand front-rower Tamaiti Williams knows the ultimate scrumming test awaits against the Springboks in Saturday's Rugby World Cup final in Paris.