March 20, 2008

London welcomes world rugby talent

Twickenham Stadium opens its doors to the finest rugby talent the world has to offer when The Emirates Airline London Sevens lands on Saturday 24 and Sunday 25 May 2008, Bank Holiday weekend.

Fun is the name of the game as the IRB Rugby Sevens carnival rolls into the Home of England Rugby. Bring your friends and your family, bring their friends and their family, sort your fancy dress out and get yourselves down to Twickenham for the action packed rugby party of the summer.

Not only is the crowd part of the entertainment, but valuable points are at stake in the World Series. Sixteen international teams including England, South Africa, New Zealand, Fiji, Argentina, Australia, France, Canada, Spain and Wales will be in town for this internationally revered rugby tournament.

With 44 matches, Twickenham is set for a weekend of fast and furious rugby action, making it the perfect place to spend your Bank Holiday weekend.

Tom Hill, RFU Sales & Marketing Manager, said: “We’re delighted the IRB World Sevens Series is back at Twickenham, particularly for the Bank Holiday weekend. The Emirates Airline London Sevens gives the public the chance to watch the best in the world at the top of their game and the opportunity to come and enjoy Twickenham Stadium in all its glory, all weekend. This really is one of the top sporting events of the summer.”

For tournament information and your chance to win an amazing ‘Sevens Heaven’ rugby prize for the event, check out: www.londonsevens.co.uk. Tickets start at just £10 (adults), £5 (juniors) available via the website or Ticketmaster: 0870 902 0000.

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