Monaco to Host Rugby Sevens Repechage Tournament for Paris 2024 Olympic Games
The rugby sevens repechage tournament for the Olympic Games Paris 2024 is set to take place in the beautiful city-state of Monaco from June 21-23, 2024. This exciting event will be held at the renowned Stade Louis II, which has previously hosted final qualification events for the Rio 2016 and Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games.
The tournament will feature 12 men’s and 12 women’s teams, all vying for the final qualifying spots in the Olympic Games. Among the men’s competition, South Africa’s Blitzboks are the favorites, along with regular HSBC Sevens World Series teams Canada, Great Britain, and Spain. On the women’s side, New Zealand, the reigning Olympic champions, will be a strong contender.
Already, 11 men’s and 11 women’s teams from all six World Rugby regions have secured their spots in Paris through the HSBC Sevens World Series and regional qualification competitions. However, the Monaco tournament will provide one last chance for teams to secure the highly coveted final qualification places and fulfill their Olympic dreams.
Rugby sevens will kick off the Paris Olympic Games on July 24, 2024, at the iconic Stade de France. The inclusion of rugby sevens in the Olympics has attracted approximately 30 million new fans worldwide, and the sport is expected to bring a vibrant and colorful atmosphere to the Paris Games.
The relaunched HSBC Sevens World Series has proved instrumental in providing a clear pathway for rugby sevens teams to compete and qualify for the Olympic Games. The Monaco tournament, supported by the Monaco Rugby Union and the Monegasque government, is anticipated to be a thrilling event, drawing fans from around the world.
“We are thrilled to be hosting the rugby sevens repechage tournament in Monaco,” stated a representative from Forever Sports Online. “This event promises to be a highlight of the road to the Paris Olympic Games, offering teams a final chance to secure their place on the biggest stage in sport.”
Tickets for the Olympic Final Qualification Tournament in Monaco are available through the Paris 2024 website. Rugby fans and sports enthusiasts alike are eagerly anticipating this high-stakes event, where dreams will be realized and Olympic heroes will be made.
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