Mapimpi was crowned the URC Player of the Month for January on Wednesday, after the Springbok and Sharks winger scored a hat-trick of tries against the Lions. Mapimpi was singled out by a panel of South African rugby media not only for his four tries in two games in January, but also for his general work rate and “anticipation and creativity on attack and his tenacity on defense – whether through his tackling or claiming the high ball.” Mapimpi’s performances were universally praised by the media, who agreed that he is currently the best winger in the world. “Makazole Mapimpi has underlined hi…