Rugby Sevens World Championship provides testing ground for L.A. 2028 Olympics
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The article captures the vibrant atmosphere at the Rugby Sevens World Championship at Dignity Health Sports Park, featuring fans who traveled from Cornwall, England, to support their team. Despite uncharacteristically dreary weather, the excitement and camaraderie were palpable, as fans engaged with a global community celebrating the sport. Jason Penprase highlighted the appeal of Rugby Sevens in promoting international participation and culture. The event served as a lively precursor to Rugby's inclusion in the upcoming 2028 Olympics, indicating growing global interest and participation in the sport.
The getaway to L.A. wasn't so much a planned excursion as it was a series of phone calls between seven childhood friends, contingent on getting approval from their wives.
It's good that we actually get to see nations that you wouldn't necessarily associate with rugby. You get to see other nations come forward and play.
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