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Fiji are deserving winners - James Davies

Wales sevens flanker James Davies admitted that his team Great Britain were completely outplayed by Fiji in the final of the Olympic rugby sevens at Deodoro Stadium on Friday.

Qualification for 2020 Olympics sevens rugby will be challenging - Simon Armor

Great Britain head coach Simon Amor believes that the sevens format has become so competitive that teams might find it tough to clear the qualification round for the 2020 Olympics to be held in Tokyo.

Ben Ryan yet to decide on future after Fiji success

Fiji sevens head coach Ben Ryan revealed that he is yet to take a call on his future after being part of his team's historic Olympic triumph.

Rio Rugby 7s: Men’s finals day

The 2016 Rugby Sevens Olympic Tournament reached its conclusion on Thursday with the twelve nations in attendance treating a near-sellout crowd to another day of spectacular rugby in its maiden Olympic outing.

Tom Mitchell revels in Great Britain's silver finish at Olympics sevens

Great Britain captain Tom Mitchell was pleased with his team's efforts at the Olympics rugby sevens at Deodoro Stadium where they finished with a silver medal.

Great Britain progresses to semi-finals with thrilling win over Argentina

Great Britain men's team booked a semi-final spot in the Olympics Rugby sevens after claiming a thrilling victory over Argentina in the quarter-final at Deodoro Stadium on Wednesday.

Rio Rugby 7s: Men’s tournament

Tuesday produced a scintillating day of rugby as the Olympic Men’s Rugby Sevens tournament began with a bang

Lomano Lemeki lauds Japan's "unbelievable" victory over New Zealand

Japan fullback Lomano Lemeki could not hide his excitement after his team claimed a historic victory over New Zealand in the opening game of the Olympics rugby sevens at Deodoro Stadium on Tuesday.

Sonny Bill Williams out of the Olympics

As a big blow to New Zealand's campaign in the Olympics rugby sevens, their star player Sonny Bill Williams has been ruled out of the tournament with an injury.

Say it in 7 - Persuasion

Emily Scarratt disappointed after Great Britain women's rugby sevens medal hopes dashed

Great Britain captain Emily Scarratt could not hide her disappointment after her team lost the two important games on the final day of the women's sevens tournament at Deodoro Stadium.

Tom Mitchell upbeat about Great Britain's chances at Olympics sevens

Great Britain men's team captain Tom Mitchell has backed his team to achieve success in the upcoming Olympics.

Women's Rugby Sevens impresses at Rio Olympics

After an 82-year absence, rugby – returned with aplomb to the Olympic Games as the pool stages of the Women’s Sevens tournament began at the Deodoro Stadium.

Great Britain womens secure quarterfinal spot with easy win over Canada

Great Britain womens skipper Emily Scarratt led from the front as she scored two tries in the second half to help her team progress to the quarterfinals of the Rio Olympics rugby sevens.

Great Britain women begin Olympic campaign with victory

A spirited second half performance from Great Britain women's team helped them overcome Brazil by a margin of 29-3 in their opening game of the Rio Olympics 2016 on Saturday.

Rugby's Olympic return is a "game changer" - Bill Beaumont

World Rugby chairman Bill Beaumont is confident that the sevens tournament in the Olympics will be a "game changer" for the sport.

Ambitious Emily Scarratt keen to succeed at Olympics

Great Britain captain Emily Scarratt expressed confidence over her team's ability to achieve success at the upcoming Rio Olympics.

Katy McLean looking forward to the Olympic challenge

World Cup winning England Women team captain Katy McLean is confident of achieving success in the upcoming Olympics representing the Great Britain Sevens Women team.

Sonny Bill Williams targets gold medal at Olympics

All Blacks star Sonny Bill Williams admitted that winning the gold medal in the upcoming Olympics could be the top most achievement of his career.

Rugby Sevens at the 2016 Rio Olympics Preview

The 2016 Rio Olympics will mark the first time ever Rugby Sevens has been included as an official Olympic sport and will be the first tournament since Paris in 1924 that rugby has been represented in any form.

Ruaridh McConnochie to replace injured Alex Davis in GB Sevens squad

GB Sevens will miss the services Alex Davis in the upcoming Olympics after the former Loughborough University student was ruled out of the showpiece event with an ankle injury.

Ben Ryan hopeful of creating history with Fiji Sevens

Fiji Sevens head coach Ben Ryan is hoping to inspire the sportspersons in the country by winning the maiden gold medal in the upcoming Rio Olympics for the sevens team.

Say it in 7 - Develop the Game Plan

There is no hiding the fact that rugby sevens is a very unique game. Arguably, there is no other sport like it. The amount of space creates a much higher tempo and as a result, makes it a much more open contest between the two teams.

Rugby sevens hits Rio 2016

For the first time in the sports history, rugby sevens will be part of the Olympic Games this summer

Olympics inclusion will help Rugby Sevens gain popularity in Europe - Octavian Morariu

President of Rugby Europe Octavian Morariu believes the Sevens Rugby is gaining a lot of popularity and the inclusion of the sport in the Olympics will only help it grow wider.

Gaining a medal will be tough for Great Britain - Phillips

Former England captain Ollie Phillips has admitted that it will be tough for Team GB to gain a medal in the upcoming Rio Olympics, but believes the squad is capable of success.

Jason Leonard named patron of Great Britain Wheelchair Rugby

The president of the Rugby Football Union Jason Leonard OBE has been announced as the first Patron of Great Britain Wheelchair Rugby.

GB Sevens sides annouce squads for Rio

The British Olympic Association on Tuesday has announced the GB Sevens squad of the men's and women's teams that will be competing in the upcoming Olympics.

Say it in 7 – Who is the Audience?

In our second article in the Say it in 7 series, we take a look at how important focusing on the audience and opposition is. We use examples to show how analysing your opponents can help you gain the desired outcome and how important having a plan is in both rugby and business.

Nate Ebner included in United States Rugby Sevens squad

National Football League star Nate Ebner has been included in the 12-man squad of United States Rugby Sevens that will feature in the upcoming Rio Olympics 2016.

Rugby Sevens will provide cracking spectacle at Olympics - Ollie Phillips

Former England captain Ollie Phillips believes the addition of Sevens Rugby in the upcoming Rio Olympics 2016 will provide the spectators "a cracking spectacle".

Nate Ebner: From NFL to Rio

USA Rugby Sevens coach Mike Friday confirmed on Tuesday that the chances of National Football League star Nate Ebner making into the final 12-man squad to be part of the upcoming Olympics is evenly poised.

An introduction to Say it in 7 and the Business of Rugby

In our first article in the Say it in 7 series, we will be giving you an idea of our partnership with Say it in 7, introduce the team behind the ideas and we will also be speaking to TRU’s Marketing Director Max Ashcroft about combining business and rugby.

25 players named in training squad for GB Sevens

Great Britain Sevens have announced a squad of 25 players for a training camp ahead of the Rio Olympics 2016.

Quade Cooper not in contention for Australia's Olympic sevens squad

Toulon fly-half Quade Cooper will not be considered for the Olympic Games in Rio, according to the Australian Sevens head coach Andy Friend.