Japan 'still shocked' after beating New Zealand in Olympic rugby sevens

Japan caused arguably the greatest upset in rugby sevens history by claiming a stunning 14-12 win against New Zealand at Deodoro Stadium today.

Tue, 09 Aug, 2016 - 20:37

Japan caused arguably the greatest upset in rugby sevens history by claiming a stunning 14-12 win against New Zealand at Deodoro Stadium today.

The result mirrors last autumn's Rugby World Cup, when a Japan team coached by current England supremo Eddie Jones beat South Africa 34-32 in Brighton.

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