What did we learn from the Rugby Championship?

The southern hemisphere sides have wrapped up the Rugby Championship for another year.

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South Africa won the Rugby Championship on points difference.

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South Africa defeated Argentina at Allianz Stadium in London on Saturday to claim back-to-back titles for the first time.

It was a thrilling tournament that had all four sides on two wins from the opening four rounds.

What have we learned about all four teams before they head to the northern hemisphere in November?

Two wins from six will be considered a disappointment for an Argentina side who defeated all three of their opponents for the first time in last year's Rugby Championship.

This year the Pumas, who joined the competition in 2012, finished bottom of the table for the first time since 2022.

A first ever home victory over New Zealand in round two was the highlight for Felipe Contepomi's side.

However, squandering a 14-point lead against Australia in round three which they put right the following week will come as the biggest frustration as another victory would have helped them avoid finishing fourth.

Opting to play their final home game at Allianz Stadium will bring financial benefits, but London's large expat South African community handed the Springboks an advantage.