
Blitzboks fall short in Valladolid final
The Springbok Sevens team lost to Australia in the HSBC SVNS Valladolid final on Sunday, but maintained their World Championship lead.
SUNDAY, 31 MAY 2026, 20:58

The Springbok Sevens team lost to Australia in the HSBC SVNS Valladolid final on Sunday, but maintained their World Championship lead.

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