Fiji Rugby 7s Team Rewarded $20K Each by Prime Minister Rabuka for Olympic Silver Triumph
The Coalition Government, under the leadership of Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka, has honored its commitment to reward the Fiji Rugby 7s team for their outstanding performance at the 2024 Paris Olympics, where they secured a silver medal. Each player will receive $20,000 as part of an incentive program announced in June, aimed at recognizing and supporting the nation’s athletes.
The Fiji Rugby Union confirmed that the funds have been received and will soon be transferred to the players’ accounts. This initiative not only celebrates the players’ hard work and success on the international stage but also underscores the government’s ongoing support for Fiji’s athletes.
Prime Minister Rabuka expressed great pride in the team’s achievement, emphasizing that the government stands by its promises. He highlighted that this gesture is just one step in fostering a stronger sports culture in Fiji. The Prime Minister also reassured the nation that future successes would continue to be rewarded, reinforcing the government’s dedication to supporting its athletes in all sports.
This reward showcases the importance of sports in uniting the nation and symbolizes the government’s commitment to helping Fiji’s athletes shine on the global stage, further promising to back them in their future endeavors.