Blitzboks face uphill battle after shock Bordeaux sevens defeat
The Blitzboks log leaders suffered a shock 14-19 extra-time defeat to Great Britain.
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South Africa have their work cut out for them if they harbor hopes of successfully defending its World Rugby Sevens World Championship title.
The Blitzboks, log leaders, suffered a shock 14-19 extra-time defeat to Great Britain in their opening Pool A match of the Bordeaux Sevens.
It’s the final tournament of the season.
The Blitzboks play Kenya in their second match later on Friday evening.
The East Africans suffered a 16th consecutive defeat to Fiji when the Pacific Islanders beat them 31-12.
The final #HSBCSVNS tournament of the season is upon us
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— Springbok Sevens (@Blitzboks) June 5, 2026
