Rugby union at the World Games

Rugby union at the World Games

Rugby union was introduced as a World Games sport for men at the 2001 World Games in Duisburg. Women's rugby competition has not yet been introduced.

Medalists

Rugby Sevens

Rugby sevens is a variant of rugby union in which only seven players per side feature, instead of the full 15.

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