Fiji Aims for Strong Performance Against Argentina in Hong Kong 7s

The Flying Fijians are set to compete in the World Rugby Sevens Series in Hong Kong, aiming to improve their third-place standing after earlier successes and recent struggles. They face a challenging pool against Argentina, the current leaders, and emphasize the importance of winning to maintain tournament viability.

The Flying Fijians will strive to ascend the points table as the World Rugby Sevens Series resumes in Hong Kong. Currently ranked third, Fiji has previously secured a gold and a bronze medal in the initial two stages of the tournament. However, they faced challenges in Perth and Vancouver, missing the podium on both occasions.

This weekend, Fiji confronts the formidable task of competing in a pool that includes the top-ranked team, Argentina. Culden Kamea, publisher of the online rugby magazine Teivovo, emphasized the significance of the tournament, stating, “Hong Kong is the mother of all sevens.” He further indicated the critical nature of this event, saying, “Everything is on the line…we either have to win Hong Kong or Singapore to have a chance of winning this tournament.”

As the World Rugby Sevens Series progresses, the Flying Fijians aim to reclaim their competitive edge in Hong Kong. With past successes and recent struggles, this tournament’s outcome could significantly impact their standing. Facing Argentina, the current leaders, adds further complexity to their challenge. Success is essential for Fiji to retain a viable shot at the tournament title.

Original Source: www.abc.net.au