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NOC-K president Paul Tergat has lauded Shujaa for their effort following the ninth-place finish at the Paris Olympic Games.
The National Olympic Committee of Kenya President Paul Tergat has rallied behind the Kenya Sevens rugby national team following their ninth-place finish at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.
Tergat lauded Shujaa’s efforts on the Olympic stage, noting that they gave their all in the campaign for a podium finish at the event. He exuded confidence that their future is bright and appreciated fans for showing up in large numbers.
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12:21 - 25.07.2024
NOC-K President Paul Tergat sends Team Kenya motivational message ahead of Paris Olympics
The former Olympic great has sent Team Kenya a motivational message as they prepare to launch their Paris 2024 campaign.
The NOC-K president added that the boys finished strong, something that counts. At the 2016 Rio Olympic Games, Shujaa finished 11th before finishing ninth at the delayed 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games.
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“They gave it all. Not entirely what they aimed at @Paris2024 but finishing strong counts for much. Proud of our boys and tomorrow is brighter for @KenyaSevens. Much love overflowing from Stade de France. @OlympicsKe, @iocmedia, @SafaricomPLC, @TuskerLager,” Tergat shared on his X handle.
Meanwhile, going into the global bonanza, Shujaa had been pooled alongside Argentina, Samoa and Australia. In their first match, the lost to Argentina 31 – 12 before losing to Australia 21 – 7.
They also faltered in their third match, going up against Samoa where they were beaten 26-0. The match was a decider and the thrashing meant that Shujaa would be knocked out of the title contenders and play for ninth-place.
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19:10 - 27.07.2024
Kenya 7s finish Paris 2024 Olympics escapade on a high with Samoa win to consolidate ninth place finish
Shujaa have finished ninth at the Paris 2024 Olympics with a 10-5 win over Samoa.
They then played in the semifinal against Uruguay, where Shujaa put up a good fight to claim the win. They beat the South American nation 19-14 before revenging against Samoa in the final match, claiming the top prize, winning 10-5. Shujaa now shift focus to the World Rugby Sevens Series that begins in a few months.
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