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On Saturday 23rd January 2010, the first test drive of the Cape Town Stadium was held. Attendance was limited to 20 000 spectators and featured a local derby soccer match between Ajax and Santos. The match ended in a draw folowed by a penalty shoot out. The second dry run featured a rugby match between Boland Cavaliers and the Stormers, which was attended by 40 000 fans.

Both events went off smoothly, although there were issues that need correction, such as improving the clarity of the public address system. I must say that the vuvezelas sound better in real life than on TV, but it is still quite an adjustment. It does add to the atmosphere though.

The third test will see 65 000 people packing the stadium for a religeous gathering. Getting to and from the venue will be really tested!