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Emirates Airline Dubai Rugby Sevens 2009

World record crowds, thrilling rugby action, entertainment second to none and an impressive new venue all ensured the 2008 Emirates Airline Dubai Rugby Sevens was an event to remember. After 38 years at the Al Awir ground, the move to Emirates new, purpose-built venue, The Sevens, on the Al Ain Road proved to be a resounding success, with the spirit of the previous venue encapsulated in a bigger and better setting for one of the region's greatest sporting and social events of the year. The Sevens, which boasts six new pitches, saw over 130,000 fans streaming through its gates over the three days of the tournament. In 2009, 16 of the best Sevens international teams in the world will be back to thrill the crowds as they aim to get the 2009/2010 IRB Sevens World Series off to the best possible start. The Dubai Sevens has grown into a magical event that not only attracts fans from around the globe but offers some of the best action , both on and off the pitch - anywhere on the planet. Away from the white-hot atmosphere of the international matches, competitions featuring International Invitation, Gulf, Local Social, Ladies, Veterans, and Youth teams will see all six pitches in almost constant use over three compelling days from December 3-5. Central to everything will be the main pitch which is transformed into the ultimate sporting arena for the tournament with the free-standing stadium built around a permanent 5,000 seat grandstand set to accommodate the world's most passionate rugby fans. With fans flying in from all corners of the globe for the event, a jam-packed rugby village providing top-notch entertainment and the best Sevens action, you have a fabulous mix of sport and entertainment that will rock Dubai like never before. And to complete the rugby extravaganza, the hugely popular 'Rugby Rock' concert will be held on the final night of the event to bring to a close the region's biggest party and sporting spectacle.