Asian Games Rugby Sevens: Stage Set for Exciting Finals Day in Nagoy
The race for Asian Games rugby sevens gold heads into an exciting final day on Saturday, 3 October, following a competitive second day at Nagoya City Mizuho Park Rugby Field.
Hong Kong China, Korea, China and Japan advanced through the men’s quarter-finals, while China, Thailand, Hong Kong China and Japan will contest the women’s semi-finals.
Hong Kong China delivered a commanding performance in the men’s competition, defeating China in their final pool match before securing a convincing quarter-final victory over Malaysia.
They will face Korea, who overcame the United Arab Emirates in their quarter-final after beating Kazakhstan earlier in the day.
China edged Sri Lanka in a closely contested quarter-final, recovering from their morning defeat to Hong Kong China. Sri Lanka had earlier beaten the UAE to complete their pool campaign.
Hosts Japan defeated Thailand in the morning before overcoming the Philippines in their quarter-final, setting up a semi-final against China.
In the women’s competition, Japan beat Thailand to finish their pool campaign strongly, while China defeated Hong Kong China. Elsewhere, Kazakhstan overcame Singapore and India secured victory over Malaysia.
The remaining men’s pool fixtures saw Malaysia beat Uzbekistan and the Philippines defeat Singapore. In the ninth-to-12th place competition, Kazakhstan recorded a victory over Uzbekistan, while Thailand edged Singapore.
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An Exciting Finals Day Ahead
Saturday’s medal chase begins with the women’s semi-finals, with China taking on Thailand and Hong Kong China facing hosts Japan.
The men’s semi-finals follow, with Hong Kong China facing Korea before China meet Japan. The winners will advance to the gold medal matches, while the losing semi-finalists will compete for bronze.
With Asian Games medals on the line and hosts Japan pursuing success in both competitions, the final day promises compelling contests and a memorable conclusion to three days of rugby sevens in Nagoya.
Asia Rugby President Qais Al Dhalai said:
“The Asian Games are a proud occasion for our rugby family, giving our athletes the opportunity to represent their nations on one of Asia’s greatest sporting stages. The commitment and passion shown by the teams reflect the ambition of rugby across our region.
“As we look forward to an exciting finals day, I congratulate our semi-finalists and thank every participating union, our match officials, volunteers and the organisers for their contribution to this celebration of Asian rugby.”
Asia Rugby CEO Benjamin van Rooyen said:
“Two days of competitive rugby have set the stage for an exciting conclusion in Nagoya. The Asian Games provide valuable exposure for our sport and an opportunity for teams from across the region to compete on the highest continental sporting stage. We look forward to a memorable finals day and thank the organising committee and everyone working behind the scenes to support the athletes and deliver “
