Party over for World Cup Sevens?

The World Cup Sevens tournament may soon be scrapped from the international rugby calendar.Netwerk24 reports that World Rugby has yet to confirm a host for the 2026 edition, fuelling speculation that the tournament – last held in Cape Town in 2022 – may not return.

reports that World Rugby has yet to confirm a host for the 2026 edition, fuelling speculation that the tournament – last held in Cape Town in 2022 – may not return.

‘A comprehensive review of the rugby sevens landscape is being undertaken in partnership with stakeholders,’ the spokesperson said. However, sevens rugby has struggled to define its premier event, and with the Olympics drawing global attention, there is a belief that the quadrennial Games will take precedence.

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