The HSBC SVNS Vancouver celebrated its tenth anniversary in electrifying fashion, with Argentina’s Los Pumas Sevens claiming the men’s title in a dramatic showdown. For the third consecutive year, Los Pumas hoisted the coveted trophy, cementing their supremacy on the world stage.
Argentina Overcomes South Africa in a Hard-Fought Men's Final
Argentina’s men’s team showcased their resilience and tactical brilliance to outlast South Africa in a thrilling final. Luciano Gonzalez struck twice in rapid succession, with Tobias Wade adding a crucial third try to give Los Pumas an early advantage. The Blitzboks mounted a spirited comeback, but Argentina’s solid defence held firm, securing a 21-14 victory and their fourth overall title in Vancouver.
Winning captain Santiago Mare praised his team’s relentless spirit, stating, “We are very happy and really proud of the team for all the effort they put in. To be in another final and win against a great rival like South Africa—it’s incredible.”
Semi-Final Drama and Bronze Medal Triumphs
The semi-finals kept fans on the edge of their seats. Argentina booked their final berth with a tense 7-0 victory over Spain, sealed by Marcos Moneta’s decisive ninth-minute try. Meanwhile, South Africa clinched their place in the final in spectacular fashion, snatching victory from Fiji’s grasp with a last-gasp try by Selvyn Davids.
Spain’s men continued their impressive form, capturing their second consecutive bronze medal with a commanding 22-7 victory over Fiji.
Canada’s Homegrown Heroes
Despite not clinching the title, the Canadian teams gave their fans plenty to cheer about. The home crowd roared as Canada’s men finished the weekend with a spirited performance, showing promise for the upcoming legs of the HSBC SVNS Series.
Looking ahead, Canada and all competing teams will turn their focus to Hong Kong and Singapore, where they’ll battle for further glory in the next leg of the HSBC SVNS Series.
HSBC SVNS Hong Kong Pool Draw
Following the thrilling Vancouver finale, the pools for the upcoming HSBC SVNS Hong Kong (March 28-30) were drawn, setting the stage for another high-stakes weekend.
Men’s Pool Draw:
Pool A: Argentina, Fiji, Ireland, USA
Pool B: South Africa, Australia, New Zealand, Uruguay
Pool C: Spain, France, Great Britain, Kenya
Women’s Wrap-Up: New Zealand’s Dominance Continues
In the women’s tournament, New Zealand’s Black Ferns Sevens once again proved unstoppable, securing their 39th title with a dominant 41-7 victory over Fiji. Stacey Waaka delivered a stunning hat trick, and captain Sarah Hirini celebrated the win, saying, “It’s amazing, we love coming here, we love the Canadian people, and we’re really proud to get another win here.”
As Argentina’s men and New Zealand’s women continue their reign, the HSBC SVNS Series moves forward with anticipation for the next chapter in Hong Kong. Will new challengers rise to dethrone the reigning champions, or will their dominance persist? One thing is certain—the action is far from over.
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