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Rio women's sports, starting with rugby 7s

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KanyesVest · 08/08/2016 23:42

Disclaimer - I know nothing about sport, and less about rugby.

I've just watched the final of the women's rugby 7s and I thought it was brilliant. Strong, fit women who look like strong, fit women, playing a fast, physical game and wearing kit designed for form and function. I really enjoyed it and will put on a repeat tomorrow for dd to watch a bit. She's only 6 and loves running, jumping, climbing, football, etc, so it will be nice to show her these girls women can and do.

If anyone can suggest other highlights for me to catch, I'd appreciate it.

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KanyesVest · 09/08/2016 00:20

Oh, is that this weekend? I think Jessica Ennis is amazing, so we'll definitely catch some of that.

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Grimarse · 09/08/2016 00:13

Your daughter might be a bit young for heptathlon, OP, but Jess Ennis vs. Katarina J-T at the week-end will be a titanic battle. Hopefully gold and silver between them. Both world-class, both supremely talented.

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KanyesVest · 09/08/2016 00:13

Wow, Needs, she is one impressive woman!

I'll happily watch anything suggested, thanks. I am in awe of all the athletes in Rio. I'd forgotten the pain of a misjudged hockey ball

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TrionicLettuce · 09/08/2016 00:11

I was going to suggest the women's weightlifting, it's amazing!!

It's (sadly) not an Olympic sport but

though not as good as league
sn1ce · 09/08/2016 00:06

I was going to say hockey-the GB women's team are great. Strong, fit, determined, skilful and brave-that ball hurts!

Grimarse · 09/08/2016 00:02

I can't think of any particular sport not to watch. All show athletes and sportswomen at the absolute peak of their sport. Unless you mean GB athletes doing well?

My wife loves the women's weightlifting. The strength and technique is unbelievable. GB women's hockey and rowing will be top quality. Hockey is a brilliant sport to watch - speed, skill, stamina and not for the squeamish!

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Sunnyshine · 08/08/2016 23:55

Put the gymnastics on for her to watch , incredibly strong fit women, working hard and determined to get to the top of there rankings. Gorgeous outfits fit for the purpose of gymnastics and performing amazing routines, beam, bar, vaults. Surely any sport that woman play and are determined at means they are an amazing role model ?

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