What you need to know:
- In September 2023, Uganda’s men lost to South Africa in the Africa Men’s 7s semifinals in Harare, Zimbabwe.
- This defeat sent them to the Repechage in Monaco, just a month before the Paris 2024 Olympics.
Overview of Rugby 7s Repechage
The Rugby 7s Repechage serves as the final qualifier for the Olympic Games. It targets nations that narrowly missed the 7s World Series and regional championships. Uganda found itself in this challenging category.
Men’s Team Journey
In September 2023, Uganda’s men lost to South Africa in the Africa Men’s 7s semifinals in Harare, Zimbabwe. This defeat sent them to the Repechage in Monaco, just a month before the Paris 2024 Olympics.
Women’s Team Journey
Similarly, in October 2023, Uganda’s women fell to Kenya in the Africa Women’s 7s semifinals in Monastir, Tunisia. They too were redirected to the Monaco Repechage.
Repechage Results
On June 21, 2024, at Louis II Stadium in Monaco, both teams faced early exits. Czechia defeated the women 22-00, while South Africa ousted the men 26-00. These losses ended Uganda’s hopes of Olympic qualification.
Season Conclusion
The women’s defeat marked the end of their grueling eight-month season. Meanwhile, the men missed their maiden Olympic appearance again. They aim to recover quickly as they prepare for the 2024-25 season, starting with the Africa 7s in Mauritius next weekend.
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