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Unpredictable Men's World Series Unprecedented

Well we almost predicted it.

Goofing around with the Men’s World Series Standings we speculated that we might see all of the top teams tied … or at least most within a point of each other.

That second scenario is basically happening. 

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LA 7s & LAI

Pumas Show They Are Ready to Pounce in LA

Argentina is back.

OK, they didn't really leave, but beating New Zealand at New Zealand's own 7s tournament is a signal that the Pumas have taken a big step forward. Finishing 5th, 6th, and 6th in the first three tournaments wasn't exactly poor form, but Argentina exceeded or equaled 5th eight out of nine tournaments in 2022, including two finals.

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As Men's World Series Tightens, USA Moves Up

It’s a banana race … all in a bunch.

The Men’s Sevens World Series got no more spread out after a wild weekend in Hamilton, and all that did was raise the stakes for the remaining tournaments, especially the LA Sevens.

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LA 7s & LAI

The Other World Series Chase: To Stay in the Series

While an automatic berth in the 2024 Olympic Games is at stake in this year's Sevens World Series, there is something else at stake, too—staying in the circuit.

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LA 7s & LAI

Impressive Lineup of Teams Building at LA Invitational

The LA Invitational, the tournament around the big LA Sevens international event, is building nicely with some more brackets starting to build.

There is certainly an international flavor percolating through. Here are some noteworthy developments and a reminder to get your team into the competitions:

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