Tietjens hails experienced players after sevens win
Summary
New Zealand's rugby team had finally won a Cup final after thrashing France 47-12. The team played magnificently and five certain players shined especially bright. It was New Zealand's first win of the season after losing against Samoa in Dubai and Fiji in Australia in other Cup finals.
My Thoughts, Comments, and/or Reaction
Although rugby isn't popular in the United States, it is a very world-renowned sport. It is interesting to hear that New Zealand competes with many other countries and has only had one win the whole season. I would have thought that New Zealand was one of the highest ranking teams because the country invests so much time and money into its sports.
Article's Relation to Culture
Sports are a significant part of a country's culture. The different kinds of sports played differs from country to country. As Rugby becomes more popular in various countries around the world, it may one day even be popular in the United States. Even though football is popular in the United States and not in New Zealand just like rugby is vice versa, these choices in sports popularity represent New Zealand's unique culture.