France will host the third International Military Rugby Sevens Challenge from 27 to 31 May 2026 in Bon‑Encontre. The 48th Transmission Regiment of Agen will accommodate more than 150 athletes from eight countries, including a French squad of 24 players (12 men and 12 women). A military ceremony takes place on 28 and 29 May. The opening ceremony is held at Stade Lajunie on 29 May, followed by qualification matches on 30 May and final matches on 31 May from 08:30 to 21:00. The closing ceremony is scheduled for 20:00 at Tortis Hall. Press files are available online, and media contacts are Juliette Bosisio of the Academy of Military Sports and the Centre Médias du ministère des Armées.
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