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Tuwai proud of players after winning the 7s World Cup

Tuwai proud of players after winning the 7s World Cup

By Naveel Krishant
12/09/2022
[Photo: Getty Images]

Dual Olympic Gold Medallist and now World Cup winner Jerry Tuwai says he is proud of the players after winning the 7s World Cup.

While speaking after the final, the greatest 7s player in the world says they have so much respect for New Zealand despite having a 19 point lead at half time.

Tuwai also thanked the fans for their continuous support.

Tuwai is now the only 7s player in the world who has two Olympic Gold medals, a 7s World Cup title and multiple 7s series titles.

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