Rugby sevens: Women’s Olympic schedule

The women's bid for Olympic gold in the rugby sevens starts on Saturday, and we have the busy schedule for a packed three days listed below. Australia are the top seeds, with New Zealand and Canada also expected to do well. In addition to the medal matches, keep an eye out for Brazil, Colombia, Japan and Kenya; whichever finishes highest in the tournament rankings will earn a spot on the women's circuit next year. Curtain raiser: France and Spain women will open the Olympic sevensSaturday 6th August Session One (from 3pm on BBC) Deodoro Stadium Match 1 (15:00 – 15:20) Pool B – …