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Paris 2024: Draw for the first rugby 7s match
The first competition of the Paris Olympic Games took place with a rugby 7s match. The encounter turned out to be a little disappointing on Wednesday, July 24.
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The first competition of the Paris Olympic Games took place with a rugby 7s match. The encounter turned out to be a little disappointing on Wednesday, July 24.
Crazy atmosphere on July 24 at the Stade de France for the entry of the Blues into the Olympic Games. During the first rugby 7s match, the Blues led by Antoine Dupont made the packed stadium vibrate. “We’re having a great time, we’re all with the Blues and we’re going to go as far as possible. It’s so cool, it brings a lot of people together, it’s so good.”says a supporter. Twice 7 minutes of intense play, for this rugby 7s match during which the Blues were carried away by the public.
The 14 minutes ended in a draw, two tries each, but the fans remained positive. “It’s great, we’re delighted to come as a family for this first day“, rejoices a supporter. The Blues will be back on the line this Wednesday evening, 24th, for their second group match against Uruguay, kick-off at 8 p.m.