Argentina secured a thrilling 29-28 victory over South Africa, halting the Springboks' bid for the Rugby Championship title before the final game. The match, held in Santiago, saw South Africa initially take the lead with two tries, but Argentina responded with four tries of their own. Despite late pressure from the Springboks and a missed penalty by Manie Libbok, Argentina held on for the win, marking South Africa's first defeat in this year's Championship. The victory keeps Argentina in contention for the title as they prepare for a rematch against South Africa in Nelspruit on September 28. The match underscored the intense rivalry between the two teams, which have faced each other multiple times throughout the Rugby Championship. This win was particularly significant as Argentina's last victory over South Africa was in 2018, making the triumph a notable achievement for the Pumas.