Launch party for Emirates Airline Dubai Rugby Sevens a huge success

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The Emirates Airline Dubai Rugby Sevens tickets are now officially on sale as over 1,500 rugby fans turned out for the Launch Party for this year's event. Held at ‘Rugby Central’ at Emirates Golf Club, party-goers enjoyed a range of Rugby Sevens competitions, music, games, dancing and much more, hosted by tournament organisers.Over 100,000 fans are expected over the course of the three-day annual rugby extravaganza (December 3-5) making this year's Emirates Airline Dubai Rugby Sevens the biggest yet. In addition, the Invitation Tournament will see action on all eight pitches with a record-breaking 250 plus teams taking part. The first ever Invitation Netball Tournament will also launch with a staggering 32 teams competing for the Netball trophy and 750 players from all over the Gulf will be showcasing their skills on the netball courts. For more information on the event and to buy tickets visit www.dubairugby7s.com.

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