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Glasgow 2014's record-breaking Rugby Sevens named as Rugby Event of Year

10/27/2014

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Glasgow 2014’s record-breaking Ruby Sevens tournament has been named as the top Rugby Event of the Year by industry experts.

 

The award was announced last night (Wednesday 22 October) at Rugby Expo 2014, the sport’s premier gathering which is supported by leading bodies including Premiership Rugby, RFU, SRU, WRU, Pro12 and Championship.

 
Glasgow 2014’s Rugby Sevens tournament beat off competition from the Women’s Rugby World Cup in August, hosted by France and the Super League Magic Weekend in May which featured seven matches and 14 elite teams competing at the Etihad Stadium, Manchester.



Glasgow 2014’s two-day extravaganza at Ibrox stadium saw 16 of the world’s top Rugby Sevens sides battle it out for Commonwealth Gold in front of 171,000 people – a new global record tournament audience for the sport.

Around 192 athletes contested 45 matches over two days of fierce competition which saw South Africa clinch Gold for the first time in Commonwealth Games history, beating New Zealand, winners of every previous Commonwealth Games Rugby Sevens Gold medal since the sport was introduced to the Games in 1998.



David Grevemberg, Glasgow 2014 Chief Executive, said:

 

“Rugby Sevens as a sport was born in Scotland, so it’s really wonderful to see Glasgow and Scotland’s Commonwealth Games showcase for the sport recognised as the top rugby event this year.

 

“The two days of Rugby Sevens at Ibrox were remarkable and memorable not just for the incredible sport but also for the sheer energy and enthusiasm generated by the crowds. We’re really proud to have played our part in sharing Rugby Sevens with new audiences. This award is for the amazing athletes and the wonderful crowds which supported them as well as the world-beating experience of Rugby Seven they all helped create at Glasgow 2014.”   
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