The Blitzboks completed a successful pool stage at the World Rugby Sevens Repechage tournament in Monaco, finishing top of Pool A.
Springbok Sevens interim head coach Philip Snyman praised his troops, saying that an important first hurdle was crossed.
They will now face fellow African side Uganda in the tournament quarterfinals on Sunday, as they aim to power their way to the title and a place in theSpringbok Sevens interim head coach Philip Snyman praised his troops after the three wins, saying that an important first hurdle was crossed. “For us the challenge will be to continue the momentum picked up over the first two days because this is when it really matters.”On Saturday the Blitzboks opening clash against Tonga was a physical affair as expected, but they countered that with superior ball skills and pace.
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