Imperious New Zealand seal Paris berth with victory over Argentina at Singapore Sevens


New Zealand's team celebrates on podium with the trophy after winning against Argentina during the HSBC Rugby Sevens Singapore final cup match in Singapore on Sunday, April 9, 2023. - AFP

Singapore, April 9, 2023 (AFP): New Zealand booked their place at next year's Olympic Games and took a huge step towards winning this season's World Rugby Sevens Series after a hard-fought 19-17 victory over Argentina in Singapore on Sunday.

With stops in Toulouse and London still to come, the All Blacks Sevens lead the series table with 164 points and are assured of a top-four finish.

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