Rugby Union Dominates the HSBC SVNS Grand Final in Madrid

Australia and France emerged victorious on day three of the HSBC SVNS Grand Final at the Estadio Metropolitano, home of Atlético Madrid. The women’s and men’s rugby union sevens events showcased thrilling action that captivated the enthusiastic crowd.

The Australia women’s team and Antoine Dupont’s France were crowned overall champions of the 2023/24 SVNS Series, clinching hard-fought victories in the finals. The first-ever Grand Final event in Spain’s capital had a palpable Rugby World Cup or European football atmosphere as teams battled to become the world’s rugby sevens champions.

Women’s Final

In a gripping semi-final, Australia edged out league winners New Zealand, with Tia Hinds’ late long-range conversion securing a famous win for the Aussies. They then faced off against a resilient French squad in the final, ultimately emerging victorious through a Maddison Levi hat-trick. The 22-year-old try-scoring sensation was overjoyed, acknowledging the team’s unwavering dedication and trust in their coaching staff.

Men’s Final

The men’s final pitted league champions Argentina against a confident French outfit featuring the talismanic Antoine Dupont. After Luciano Gonzalez’s early try for Los Pumas Sevens, France seized control, scoring 19 unanswered points to claim their first-ever SVNS Series world title. Dupont expressed his excitement for the upcoming Olympic tournament, where the French will aim to translate their domestic success onto the global stage.

“We’re thrilled to have won our first SVNS Series title. This is just the beginning, and we can’t wait to compete at the Olympics and defend our crown.” – Antoine Dupont, France men’s rugby sevens captain

Fans can relive all the action from the HSBC SVNS Grand Final in Madrid on RugbyPass TV, where the matches are available to watch for free.

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