The Greatest Cape
THE BIG TOP has been pitched all over the globe, as the sevens circus has welcomed revellers, families and rugby fans alike under the flaps. We’ve had the World Rugby Sevens Series criss-cross the map, and in seven World Cups to date it’s rolled up to Europe, Asia, South America and North America.
Finally it’s Africa’s turn, as Cape Town hosts the men’s and women’s Sevens World Cup, with the kick-off on Friday 9 September and finals on the Sunday.
But with all the on-field fireworks, off-field politics and blurs in between, it can be hard to keep up with the world of sevens. So ahead of the showcase in South Africa, we’ve got a crib sheet for you, highlighting seven storylines you should be across. Get cramming, because there’s not long left…
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South Africa have never won a men’s or women’s Sevens World Cup. Yet while the women’s side are a work in progress and have a daunting first match with France, the men’s side are eyeing a phenomenal opportunity.
The Blitzboks are one of the most consistent
