Sevens legend Eric Rush saddened by decline of Wellington SevensKEVIN STENT/FAIRFAX NZ One of the world's greatest sevens players, Eric Rush, says Wellington can no longer lay claim to being the best stop on the international circuit. One of the world's greatest sevens players has spoken of his sadness over the apparent demise of the Wellington tournament. Two-time Commonwealth Games gold medallist and six-time World Sevens series champion Eric Rush said the Wellington event used to be the highlight of the international sevens calendar. READ MORE:* Argentinian sevens team brings happiness to children's hospital ward* New Zealand interim coach Scott Waldrom enjoying role ahead of Wellington Sevens* Wellington Sevens introduce fancy food options* Wellington Sevens' woes linked to alcohol crackdown, marketing expert says* Martin Snedden: Rugby Sevens has 'reached the end' of its time in Wellington* Sevens veterans help New Zealand rookies settle in for Wellington tournament* Sales of Wellington Sevens 2017 tickets sluggish* Wellington Sevens boss 'happy' with tournament ticket sales​"To see all those yellow seats, it is a bit disappointing, but maybe [officials] need to take it away from New Zealand so we can finally realise what we had. Rush, a 29-Test All Black, and New Zealand Sevens representative for 17 years, last attended the Wellington tournament two years ago.

Source: Stuff January 26, 2017 06:07 UTC