Fijian 7s legend, double Olympic medalist, former World Rugby Sevens Player of the Year, and national sporting icon Jerry Tuwai is the official Tournament Ambassador for the 2026 McDonald’s Coral Coast Fiji 7s.
According to the organisers, Tuwai will also be inducted into the prestigious Rugby Town Walk of Fame during the event.
They say in a historic first for the Coral Coast Fiji 7s, Tuwai will not only serve as the tournament’s ambassador but will also lace up his boots and return to play, reprising his role as captain of the McDonald’s Mike Friday Select 7s team.
Tournament Founding Chairman Jay Whyte says the decision to appoint Tuwai as ambassador was an easy one.
He says Tuwai is the embodiment of excellence in the game of rugby and represents everything that the Coral Coast Fiji 7s stands for — passion, humility, and world-class talent rooted in Fijian spirit.
Whyte says Tuwai’s story continues to inspire players across Fiji and the rugby world, and having him as the ambassador, while seeing him play again in front of his home fans, will be an unforgettable experience for everyone.
Tuwai says it is an honour to be named ambassador for such a special tournament, and even more so to be recognised on the Walk of Fame in Sigatoka.
He says the Coral Coast Fiji 7s is special because it is where players, young and old, come together to celebrate the true spirit of rugby, and he can’t wait to be part of it both on and off the field.
The McDonald’s Coral Coast Fiji 7s will be held from the 15th to the 17th of January, 2026.
