By Zane Miller
On Saturday, July 27th, 2024, France defeated Fiji 28-7 in the gold medal match to win the seventh gold medal in Olympic men’s rugby history. It was the second gold medal for France in Olympic men’s rugby. Fiji took their first silver medal with the loss, as South Africa claimed their second bronze medal in Olympic men’s rugby with their 26-19 victory over Australia in the bronze medal match. The tournament was held in France, with Paris as the host city.
Perry Baker of the United States scored the most tries during the tournament with six, while also tying for the most total points with 30.
2024 Final Standings (W-L-T format)
1. France (1-1-1, .500) (Gold)
2. Fiji (3-0, 1.000) (Silver)
3. South Africa (1-2, .333) (Bronze)
4. Australia (3-0, 1.000)
5. New Zealand (3-0, 1.000)
6. Ireland (2-1, .667)
7. Argentina (2-1, .667)
8. United States (1-1-1, .500)
9. Kenya (0-3, .000)
10. Samoa (1-2, .333)
11. Uruguay (0-3, .000)
12. Japan (0-3, .000)
Game Results
Medalists final game starting lineups
Link to stats database: https://www.world.rugby/tournaments/olympics/paris-2024/matches
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