The French rugby sevens team returned for their second game at a frantic start to the Olympic Games. Despite an unexpected draw against a strong USA team in their opening match, there was still hope for France's impressive performance as they aimed to set the tone in these early stages of competition.
Their first half-hour on the field saw them fall behind 5-7, but Antoine Dupont led the way with an outstanding try in the second half that secured a narrow victory at 19-12 against Uruguay, marking France's best performance yet.
Dupont has consistently shown his exceptional skills and determination to excel on home soil as he strives for Olympic gold. The hype surrounding him was evident during the games, with French President Emmanuel Macron even taking a photo op alongside Dupont in the athletes' village.
With Fiji up next after their impressive win against USA, it is now time to test if France can maintain this level of performance as they face off on Thursday. While Dupont shines, others may still be adjusting to playing before a home crowd and intense expectations. The passionate French audience remains supportive throughout the competition despite various concerns surrounding the event.
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