Marcus Smith says No to Tokyo Olympics tilt with GB Sevens

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Harlequins fly-half Marcus Smith had the chance to go to the Tokyo Olympics

LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 20: Marcus Smith of Harlequins breaks away from Marland Yarde of Sale Sharks during the Gallagher Premiership Rugby match between Harlequins and Sale Sharks at Twickenham Stoop on February 20, 2021 in London, England. Sporting stadiums around the UK remain under strict restrictions due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in games being played behind closed doors. (Photo by Steve Bardens/Getty Images for Harlequins)

MARCUS SMITH has turned down the chance to join the Team GB training squad ahead of the Olympic Games due to be held in Japan this summer.
Smith, who recently rejected a move to French club Lyon to pen a new contract with Harlequins, was wanted by Team GB coach Tony Roques.
But Blindside understands that Smith, 22, the leading points scorer in the Premiership this season, wasn’t keen on putting his England future at risk.
Smith, who has been involved in England training camps, would have to take part in the Sevens circuit, which is being used as a warm-up by Great Britain.
That would rule him ...

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