In a surprising turn of events at the Olympic rugby sevens in Paris, Australia's women's team was eliminated by Canada in the semifinals after leading early in the match, leaving players in tears as they prepared for the bronze medal match against the U.S. Meanwhile, Team GB also faced disappointment, losing 17-7 to the U.S. in the quarterfinals despite a strong start. The American victory marked their first chance to compete for a medal in women's rugby sevens, following a comeback that included a crucial try just after halftime. Canada, having upset the French team earlier, is set to face Australia in the semifinals. Ireland's hopes were dashed by Australia as they lost 40-7 in the quarterfinals, while the U.S. prepares for a challenging semifinal against New Zealand after their historic win. The tournament has seen record crowds and intense competition, highlighting the brutality and unpredictability of elite sport.