Alexander praises resilience of SA Sevens squad

South Africa is the bronze medal winner on day three of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games at Stade de France on 27 July, 2024 in Paris. Photo credit: Mike Lee - KLC fotos for World Rugby

SA Rugby president, Mr Mark Alexander, praised the resilience showed by the South African men's sevens squad at the Olympic Games in Paris, where they won the bronze medal over the weekend, and said it was a guiding light to all back in South Africa.

Mr Alexander hosted the Blitzboks for a team lunch to congratulate and thank them for their effort at the Rugby Sevens tournament and wished them well on their return to South Africa later on Monday.

“They came here as underdogs and not many people gave them a chance,” said Mr Alexander, “but they proved that the South African fighting spirit is alive and well in them. They made us proud with their efforts and we want to thank the team for that.”

According to Mr Alexander, pro-active steps are being undertaken for improvements to support the team in further Olympic endeavours.

“It will also be nice to have the team back in Cape Town in December when we host the HSBC SVNS tournament. I am sure the crowds will come out in numbers to support our bronze medallists,” he said.

Blitzboks, Olympic Games, Springbok Sevens

Issued by SA Rugby Communications
Photo by Mike Lee - KLC fotos for World Rugby

Alexander praises resilience of SA Sevens squad

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