Roaring New Zealand send Olympics warning after twin wins at Singapore sevens

Team New Zealand wins the men's and women's HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series 2024 cup final in Singapore, on Sunday, May 5, 2024. - AP

SINGAPORE (AFP): New Zealand secured double glory at the Singapore Sevens on Sunday, winning both the men's and women's tournaments to signal their Olympic intent with the Paris Games fast approaching.

New Zealand's men held off a determined challenge from Ireland to win 17-14 while their women's team surged to a 31-21 victory over Australia.