In a tense start to the World Rugby SVNS final in Madrid, France applied early pressure on Argentina, nearly scoring before a crucial tackle by Rodrigo Isgro saved Los Pumas Sevens.
It was Luciano Gonzalez who broke the deadlock, using a strong left-hand fend to score in the left corner. Just before halftime, France responded with a spectacular try from their own try-line, finished by hometown hero Stephen Parez, giving them a 7-5 lead.
The second half saw Isgro receiving an early yellow card, increasing the pressure on Los Pumas Sevens. Despite Tomas Elizalde’s impressive try-saving tackle, France’s Jefferson-Lee Joseph capitalized, extending their lead. Paulin Riva sealed the Championship for France with a final try, leaving Argentina unable to regain momentum.
Women’s Final
Australia secured the HSBC Championship trophy with a commanding performance, as Maddison Levi’s hat-trick propelled them to a 26-7 victory over France, marking their first cup win since Cape Town. Dominating the weekend, Australia overcame the Black Ferns Sevens in a thrilling semi-final comeback. The Black Ferns Sevens later claimed the bronze medal by defeating Canada, avenging their earlier pool stage loss.
In the HSBC Play-off, China earned a spot in the SVNS Series next season by defeating Belgium 33-0 in their qualifier final. Meanwhile, South Africa faced a disappointing 22-0 defeat against Spain, resulting in their relegation.
