The Rising Lionesses claimed their first Youth Olympic rugby sevens gold with victory over Australia.
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Kenya’s junior women’s rugby sevens team beat Australia 17-12 to claim their first gold at the 2026 Youth Olympic Games.
The Rising Lionesses claimed their first rugby sevens gold at the 2026 Youth Olympic Games on Tuesday. Kenya’s national junior women’s team defeated Australia 17-12 in the final to secure the historic title.
The Kenyan side overcame a rugby powerhouse, finishing the decisive contest with a five-point winning margin. The victory also marked a landmark international achievement for Kenyan rugby.
