In a stunning turn of events, the All Blacks Sevens faced a crushing defeat at the hands of South Africa during the quarter-finals of the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris. The 14-7 loss not only dashed their medal hopes but also left the team grappling with intense disappointment. Captain Scott Curry, reflecting on the loss, described it as a “massive disappointment,” highlighting the emotional rollercoaster the team endured.
“It comes in waves, one moment you think you’re alright, the next you’re in tears – it’s tough,” Curry confessed in an interview with 1News. The emotional toll of the loss was palpable as Curry expressed the brutal nature of Sevens rugby, where even the slightest misstep can lead to severe consequences.
New Zealand entered the Olympics as strong contenders for the gold medal, buoyed by their impressive third-place finish in the World Rugby’s 2023/24 SVNS series.
In contrast, South Africa had to fight their way through the World Rugby Sevens Repechage final in Monaco to secure the last spot in the men’s tournament.
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