Largest-to-date Dubai Rugby Sevens all set to kick off on Thursday

Sport360 staff 14:57 29/11/2017
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  • The 2017 Emirates Airline Dubai Rugby Sevens kicks off on Thursday at The Sevens Stadium and it is set to be the largest event to date with 837 rugby and netball matches taking place across the three days.

    The World Rugby Sevens Series, the World Rugby Women’s Sevens Series and the largest Invitation Tournament will descend on The Sevens Stadium for one of the most popular sporting and social events in Dubai.

    “Now in its 48th year, the Emirates Airline Dubai Rugby Sevens has seen tremendous growth and participation from teams and spectators alike,” said Boutros Boutros, divisional senior vice president, corporate communications, marketing and brand for the Emirates Group.

    “We are proud that this event has grown to become the most popular sporting event on the Dubai calendar. We are looking forward to another successful event as we continue to make this a bigger and better experience each year.”

    World Rugby Chairman Bill Beaumont commented: “There is a huge amount of excitement ahead of Dubai and, of course, ahead of a busy season of sevens rugby for both the men’s and women’s teams.

    “As well as the rounds of the men’s and women’s series, many teams have the Commonwealth Games and Rugby World Cup Sevens to look forward to as the popularity of the game continues to thrive and benefit from the Olympic effect.

    “This season will see South Africa men and New Zealand women aim to retain their crowns, but with so many teams vying for that number-one position in the standings in both series, it’s shaping up to be another memorable season.”

    The 2017 Dubai Rugby Sevens will be the biggest event in the tournament's history.

    The 2017 Dubai Rugby Sevens will be the biggest event in the tournament’s history.

    The Emirates Airline Dubai Rugby Sevens will showcase world-class rugby on all eight pitches, the biggest netball tournament to date and plenty of entertainment on and off the pitches.

    As always, the Dubai Sevens is the perfect place to enjoy a variety of food and beverages and with five different F&B zones there will be something for everyone. The popular Sabaa 7s Club will be even bigger and better with brand new interactive games and added attractions by Hallmark and The Toy Store. The Virgin Radio Dubai Teen Zone returns, and this year will see a variety of Star Wars activities on offer in anticipation of the new Star Wars: The Last Jedi release.

    Entrance to Thursday’s action is completely free and will include international action on pitch 1 with the launch of the World Rugby Women’s Sevens Series and the Invitation Tournament.

    Tickets for the Emirates Airline Dubai Rugby Sevens are now on sale and fans can save Dh100 by buying them in advance. Tickets can be purchased online at www.dubairugby7s.com or at selected outlets including Costa, The Toy Store, Hallmark, Prosport, Virgin MegaStores and Park n Shop.

    Ticket Prices for General Admission are:

    • Thursday, 30 November – free admission
    • Friday, 1 December – in advance Dh300, on the day Dh400
    • Saturday, 2 December – in advance Dh300, on the day Dh400
    • Season Tickets (Friday and Saturday) – in advance Dh500, on the day Dh600
    • Children under 12 admitted free
    • Special Reserved Seating and Corporate Hospitality packages are available
    • Emirates Skywards Members can redeem tickets for the event using their Miles; members should visit the Sports and Culture section of Skywards at www.emirates.com to avail this offer

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