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NZ Rugby Champs Praise China’s Rising Stars 🏉🌟

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New Zealand’s women’s rugby sevens team clinched Olympic gold again in Paris 🥇, but it’s their shoutout to China’s squad that’s turning heads! After defeating Canada 19-12 in the final, the Kiwi stars reflected on their journey, injuries, and the unexpected challenge from the Chinese team they faced earlier.

Co-captain Risi Pouri-Lane and speedster Michaela Blyde spoke to CGTN about stepping into leadership roles after teammate Sarah Hirini’s injury. 🩹 Blyde praised Pouri-Lane: \"She’s someone who nails the one percent—those tiny details that win games.\"

Rugby isn’t for the faint of heart—both players laughed off their bruises as \"trophies from the grind.\" But the real story? Their respect for China’s squad, who pushed them hard despite a 55-5 quarterfinal scoreline. 📊

Pouri-Lane insisted: \"Don’t let the numbers fool you—China’s got raw talent! Give them a few years on the World Series circuit, and they’ll be unstoppable.\" 🇨🇳 Blyde nodded, recalling how China’s \"upsets this Olympics prove they’re here to play.\"

China finished sixth—their best Olympic result yet. 🌏 Could this be the start of a new rugby rivalry? Stay tuned! 🚀

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