South Africa launched a magnificent comeback to defeat New Zealand 31-12 in monsoon-type conditions and win the Emirates Airline Dubai Sevens for the first time since 2003.
Richie McCaw, the New Zealand captain and reigning IRB Player of the Year, claims his all-conquering outfit can vastly improve before next year's World Cup in France.
Holders Dubai Exiles once again appear to be the team to beat in the Gulf Cup after cruising through to the quarterfinals without conceding a try in group play.
After fearing that he would never play rugby again, Tony Roques is on the comeback trail and hoping to help St Georges Samurai win the International Invitation event.
