Following a promising opening block at Bayonne last weekend, the RC Vannes Sevens squad secured their place in the quarter-finals of the second Supersevens leg at Pau on Friday, August 28. Led by players such as Joe Jonas and managed by Emmanuel Quintane, the Breton side navigated a flawless pool stage with victories over Lyon and the RC Toulon to maintain momentum toward the grand finale in Nanterre.
Pool Play Perfection
The quest for silverware in the French domestic rugby sevens circuit continued on Friday as the tournament shifted venue. The Vannetais opened their afternoon schedule by overcoming Lyon with a 17-10 scoreline. The physical encounter set a gritty tone for the club’s ambitions on the day.
Later that evening, Vannes faced a severe test against the RC Toulon. In a tense, narrow finish, the club ground out a 10-7 win “à l’arraché” (at the death), secured through crucial tries from Clément Bard and Ulysse Caroff. That gritty defensive effort ensured a ticket into the tournament’s top eight.
Stakes for the Grande Finale in Nanterre
Having claimed a sixth-place finish at the opening leg in Biarritz the week prior, the quarter-final appearance places Vannes in a strong position on the overall circuit table. Circuit rules dictate that only the eight best-performing teams across the two legs qualify for the marquee Grande Finale.
That championship-deciding tournament is officially scheduled to take place on February 6 and 7, 2027, at La Défense Arena in Nanterre. With their performances in Bayonne, Biarritz, and now Pau, the Septistes have established themselves as contenders to feature among the elite fighting for the ultimate title.
Next Steps on the Circuit
The squad returns to training ahead of the next scheduled legs of the Supersevens circuit. Fans can follow official league updates and tournament standings as the race toward the Nanterre finale intensifies.
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