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Kenya's Rising Lionesses win rugby sevens gold at Dakar 2026, according to Tuko

The Rising Lionesses defeated their opponents 17-12 in extra time to claim a historic rugby sevens gold medal, Tuko reports.

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Kenya's Rising Lionesses have won the rugby sevens gold medal at Dakar 2026, according to Tuko Sports.

The team secured victory with a 17-12 score in extra time, Tuko reports. The publication describes the win as historic for Kenya.

Rachel Ruto and fans celebrated the team's achievement, according to the report.

Source: Tuko · Sports

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