A close and exciting final match ended with Australian victory 58-55. USA takes silver medals and Japan got the bronze.
Japan and Denmark will play for bronze.
Hundreds of wheelchair rugby fans from around the world have gathered in Vejle.
The Australian Steelers claimed their second world title on Sunday at the DGI Huset in Vejle, defeating the USA 58-55. The Bronze medal went to Japan, who beat host country Denmark 61-57.
The debut of the quarterfinals at the Wheelchair Rugby World Championship brought drama, excitement, and plenty of tension as the world’s top eight teams fought for a spot in the medal round. Once the dust cleared, and the burnt rubber was peeled off the floor, Japan, Australia, USA, and hosts Denmark had earned a place in the final four.
It was another exciting day at the 2022 Wheelchair Rugby World Championship in Denmark as pool play continued and Friday’s quarterfinals began to take shape. Here are the big stories from Day 3 in Vejle.
The Opening Ceremony showed just how much wheelchair rugby fans in Denmark had waited for this tournament. As the host team entered the main court, fans dressed in red exploded as they cheered, clapped and waved the Danish flag. Here’s a recap of all of the excitement from Day 1.
On October 10, the world’s best wheelchair rugby players will come to Vejle for the 2022 World Championship. Interest for the sport has long been growing in Vejle, and players have come together to form a new, local team.
Semifinal Saturday at the 2022 Wheelchair Rugby World Championship didn’t disappoint as the final four teams fought for a place in the gold medal game.
With the weeklong Wheelchair Rugby World Championship halfway done, eight teams have booked their spots in the quarterfinals. Defending world champions Japan and reigning European champions France finished pool play with perfect 5-0 records.
A fascinating sporting experience is guaranteed when the 2022 Wheelchair Rugby World Championship tips off on Monday, 10 October, in Vejle, Denmark. The host country will face Brazil in the opening match with HRH Princess Benedikte in attendance.
