Thrills and Cheers: Rugby Sevens Ignite Paris Olympics at Stade de France

The Paris Olympics commenced with rugby sevens games at Stade de France, where hosts France drew with the United States. Early matches began due to logistical reasons, with preliminary rounds in soccer and rugby sevens. The crowd, excited and energetic, cheered intensely for standout players like Antoine Dupont.

The Paris Olympics officially kicked off with the rugby sevens pool games at the renowned Stade de France, where host nation France ended in a 12-12 draw against the United States in a thrilling match.

While the Olympics opening ceremony is set for Friday, preliminary rounds for soccer and rugby sevens have already started due to logistical considerations. The fast-paced rugby sevens format allows multiple games per day, ensuring the tournaments conclude before the stadium hosts athletics events starting Aug 1.

Crowds clad in blue were in high spirits, eagerly cheering for famous players like Antoine Dupont, who has quickly elevated France to title contenders. Fiji dominated their pool with a resounding 40-12 victory over Uruguay, while notable clashes saw Australia edge past Samoa and Ireland defeat South Africa. The excitement continues as evening matches are set to take place.