FIJI secured a hat-trick of wins and France qualified for the quarter-finals despite winning just one of their three pool matches.
It was a 12-12 stalemate in the opening game of Pool C between hosts France and the USA. Both sides showed their class, scoring a try each per half, with standout performances from Antione Dupont and USA flyer Perry Baker.
Two-time gold medalists Fiji showed why they are the ultimate Olympic 7’s side, putting Uruguay to the sword 40-12. A stunning solo try from Waisea Nacuqu, beating three defenders, and a double from Joji Nasova sealed the win.
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