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Brave Rising Lionesses make history with maiden Rugby 7s Youth Olympic Gold

Brave Rising Lionesses make history with maiden Rugby 7s Youth Olympic Gold

NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 3 – Kenya’s national women’s junior rugby sevens team, the Rising Lionesses, made history on Tuesday after clinching a maiden gold medal at the 2026 Youth Olympic Games. The Rising Lionesses secured the historic triumph after stunning rugby powerhouse Australia 17-12 in a thrilling final, marking a landmark achievement for Kenyan rugby on the international stage.

NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 3 – Kenya’s national women’s junior rugby sevens team, the Rising Lionesses, made history on Tuesday after clinching a maiden gold medal at the 2026 Youth Olympic Games.

The Rising Lionesses secured the historic triumph after stunning rugby powerhouse Australia 17-12 in a thrilling final, marking a landmark achievement for Kenyan rugby on the international stage.

ALEX ISABOKE is a seasoned multimedia journalist with an impressive track record spanning over a decade in the field of sports journalism and is currently the Sports Editor at Capital FM. Beyond his successful broadcasting and digital career, Alex has made significant contributions to the sports community, serving on multiple committees dedicated to enhancing the sports landscape. He has covered all major international sports from Olympics/Paralympics, FIFA World Cup, NBA-All Stars, World Athletics Championships, AFCON, WRC and many more.

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