Pacific Games

Fiji 7s men retain Pacific Games gold

November 25, 2023 9:44 pm

Team Fiji 7s after receiving their medal

Team Fiji 7s in a stellar performance, retained their title and added another gold to the tally by defeating Samoa 19-5 in the Pacific Games final last night.

Starting strong, Fiji showcased dominance, downing opponents one after another in the initial three minutes.

At halftime, they held a 14-5 lead.

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The Fijian team’s hunger for victory became evident as they capitalized on every opportunity.

Suliano Volivoli, Sakiusa Siqila, and Ioane Raturaciri contributed to Fiji’s success with well-executed tries.

Siqila says the team’s faith and bond played a crucial role in their success.

“I just want to give the glory and the honour back to God. I know that with Him, we wouldn’t have achieved the gold medal and without His strength and giving us endurance as a team, we wouldn’t have overcome the game. So the victory is all back to Him. I also want to dedicate this gold medal and victory to my family back at home, mommy, baby Patrick and to all the supporters here in the Solomons, vinaka vakalevu.”

The Fijian team’s hunger for victory became evident as they capitalized on every opportunity to win the final and retain their status as the region’s best.