Despite getting off to a bit of a wobbly start, its unlikely the SA team will have to wait long for their first medal at the Paris Olympics , as some of the countrys podium contenders hit the grass, the dirt and the water over the next few days.
Having struggled to qualify for the Games, the Blitzboks looked down and out after losing their first two pool matches of the rugby sevens tournament, but they bounced back in spectacular fashion to qualify for the semifinals.
They must win only one of their two games on Saturday to secure a medal, and if they do, it will be the first time Team SA have stepped on the podium on the first official day of competition at the quadrennial showpiece.
And the action wont slow down, with multiple athletes looking to make an impact in their individual events in the early stages of the Games.
Medal prospectsA year ago, it seemed the SA teams medal chances would be few and far between, but heading into the first official day of competition following last nights opening ceremony their prospects are looking a whole lot better.
