Final Day Excitement at the Olympics Rugby Sevens in Paris

It’s the final day of the Olympics Rugby Sevens at the Stade de France in Paris, and excitement is in the air. Fans have already enjoyed two action-packed days of rugby, witnessing 24 matches and narrowing down 12 teams to just four contenders for the gold medal.

This year’s finalists are South Africa, Australia, the host nation France, and reigning champions Fiji. With Fiji aiming for their third gold medal in a row, the stakes are high.

The semi-finals today will determine who will compete for the gold and who will go for bronze. The losing teams from the semi-finals will clash at 6pm BST for the bronze medal, and the winners will battle it out at 6:45pm for the gold. It’s all shaping up for an intense evening of rugby!

But the action doesn’t stop there! Before the medals are decided, fans will also see six additional matches involving the teams that did not make it to the final four. These matches will help decide the overall rankings for position 5-12.

In light of recent rain, the pitch at Stade de France has become quite slippery, which could play a significant role in how the games unfold. Mike Friday, a well-known figure in rugby, commented on how the wet conditions might affect strategies—and how teams will need to adjust their game plans accordingly.

France, with superstar Antoine Dupont, has shown great form in recent matches and with the home crowd behind them, they will be looking for a big performance against South Africa. On the other hand, Australia faces the formidable challenge of going up against Fiji, a team known for its exceptional skills at restarts and aerial play. Each team is expected to bring their best game in this thrilling showdown.

The stage is set, and fans are buzzing with anticipation. Whether it’s the satisfying sound of a whistle, the cheer of the crowd, or the thrill of the chase, today promises to deliver an unforgettable rugby experience.