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Blitzboks draw inspiration from world-champion Springboks as they go for gold

The South African sevens team has promised to leave nothing in the tank when they face France in the semi-finals of the Olympic Games in Paris on Saturday.

26 Jul 2024

New Zealand reflect on 'massive disappointment' after Olympic loss to South Africa

All Blacks Sevens captain Scott Curry described his side's loss to South Africa in their quarter-final at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris as a "massive disappointment".

26 Jul 2024

Blitzboks' defensive masterclass praised after stunning Olympic upset over New Zealand

Springbok Sevens interim head coach Philip Snyman was full of praise for his players after their incredible victory over New Zealand in the quarter-finals of the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris.

26 Jul 2024

Blitzboks power past Japan to qualify for Olympic Sevens quarter-finals

The Springbok Sevens team did what they needed to do by beating Japan 49-5 to secure the last available spot in the Olympic Games Rugby Sevens quarter-finals.

25 Jul 2024

Snyman rewards Monaco heroes as Blitzboks name Paris 2024 Olympic squad

Six players with previous Olympic Games experience, including veteran Rosko Specman, have been included in the 14-man Blitzbok squad for the 2024 Olympic Games.

10 Jul 2024

Blitzboks remain unbeaten to finish top of pool at Olympic Repechage tournament

The Blitzboks finished top of their pool at the World Rugby Sevens Repechage tournament in Monaco after victories against Tonga and Chile on Saturday.

22 Jun 2024