- Team South Africa’s performance recap at the 2024 Paris Olympics includes rugby sevens and archery results.
- Weekend schedule for Team South Africa, highlighting key fixtures and events.
Team South Africa is gearing up for a packed weekend at the 2024 Paris Olympics, with multiple events scheduled across various sports.
Team SA at Paris Olympics: How is South Africa doing so far?
Team South Africa has had a mixed start at the 2024 Paris Olympics. On Thursday, the rugby sevens team secured a spot in the quarter-finals with a commanding 49-5 victory over Japan.
This win was crucial after their earlier defeats to Ireland (10-5) and New Zealand (17-5).
The Blitzboks showcased their resilience and tactical prowess, setting the stage for a thrilling quarter-final clash against New Zealand at 21:00.
A win here could see them face either Argentina or France in the semi-finals.
In archery, Wian Roux competed in the men’s individual ranking round, finishing with a score of 601.
While his performance placed him in the lower half of the rankings, it marked a significant milestone in his career.
Roux is set to compete in the 1/32 elimination round on July 31 against JD Kim, aiming to advance further in the competition.
Looking ahead, Team SA’s rugby sevens team needs to maintain their momentum and secure a win against New Zealand to keep their medal hopes alive.
Meanwhile, Wian Roux’s upcoming match will be a test of his skill and determination as he aims to progress in the archery competition.
Team South Africa schedule for this weekend
Here’s a comprehensive look at the events Team South Africa will participate in this weekend, highlighting key fixtures:
Saturday, 27 July 2024:
- 09:30: Equestrian – Alexander Peternell
- 10:00: Judo (Women’s) – Geronay Whitebooi
- 10:12: Rowing (Women’s Singles) – Paige Badehorst
- 11:00: Swimming (Women’s 100m Butterfly) – Erin Gallagher
- Noon: Skateboarding (Men’s) – Brandon Valjalo
- 12:45: Hockey (Men’s) – South Africa vs Netherlands
- 14:50: Badminton (Women’s) – Johanita Scholtz
- 15:30: Rugby Sevens (Men’s Semi-Final) – South Africa vs France
- 19:00: Surfing (Men’s) – Matthew McGillivray, Jordy Smith
- 20:30: Swimming (Women’s 100m Butterfly) – Erin Gallagher
- 23:48: Surfing (Women’s) – Sarah Baum
Sunday, 28 July 2024:
- 09:30: Artistic Gymnastics – Caitlin Rooskrantz
- 10:00: Fencing (Men’s) – Harry Saner
- 10:30: Equestrian – Alexander Peternell
- 11:00: Rowing (Men’s Pairs) – John Smith and Christopher Baxter
- 11:00: Swimming:
- Women’s 100m breaststroke – Tatjana Schoenmaker
- Men’s 110m backstroke – Pieter Coetze
- Women’s 200m Freestyle – Aimee Canny
- 11:40: Artistic Gymnastics – Caitlin Rooskrantz
- 12:45: Hockey (Women’s) – South Africa vs Australia
- 14:50: Artistic Gymnastics – Caitlin Rooskrantz
- 16:00: Rugby Sevens (Women) – South Africa vs Australia
- 18:00: Artistic Gymnastics – Caitlin Rooskrantz
- 19:00: Rugby Sevens (Women) – South Africa vs Ireland
- 20:15: Hockey (Men’s) – South Africa vs Great Britain
- 23:48: Surfing (Men’s) – Matthew McGillivray, Jordy Smith
Key Fixtures to Watch:
Rugby Sevens (Men’s Semi-Final): South Africa vs France at 15:30 on Saturday. This match is crucial for the Blitzboks as they aim to advance to the finals and secure a medal.
Hockey (Men’s): South Africa vs Netherlands at 12:45 on Saturday. The men’s hockey team faces a tough challenge against the Netherlands, a fixture that could significantly impact their standings in the tournament.