Australia Wins Women's Rugby Sevens Title Over New Zealand in Perth

Australia celebrated a thrilling victory in the women's final of the HSBC Perth Sevens, narrowly defeating New Zealand 28-26 for their first title at home in seven years. Despite missing key players due to injuries, Australia showcased resilience, with standout performances from Heidi Dennis, who scored twice, and Tia Hinds, who contributed crucial tries. The match was tightly contested, with New Zealand's Michaela Brake and captain Risi Pouri-Lane also scoring significant tries, but ultimately, a missed conversion by Pouri-Lane sealed the game's fate in Australia's favor. In the men's final, Argentina retained their title with a decisive 41-5 win over the host nation, showcasing a dominant performance led by Matteo Graziano's hat trick. Australia's women and men had entered the finals with strong performances throughout the tournament, highlighting their competitive spirit on home soil. The results mark a significant moment for the Australian women's team, reclaiming glory in front of a home crowd after a prolonged absence from the podium.