Rugby

Rugby World Cup Trophy Tour lands in the Big Apple

It's here! The Webb Ellis Cup arrived in New York this week on a B767.
In New York, we handed off the trophy to English rugby star Alex Corbisiero.
Your ride awaits!
Best way to get around NYC with precious cargo? A DHL helicopter!
The Webb Ellis Cup was treated to a special tour of the city.
This is certainly a must-see when taking in the sights of New York!
How's the view, Alex? Be sure and wave at the Statue of Liberty!

The Rugby World Cup Trophy has touched down in New York at the start of the US leg of the Webb Ellis Cup’s Tour around the world.

In the US, ambassadors from rugby and American football will face off in the next edition of the Rugby vs. The World Challenge to settle the score once and for all about which sport truly is the toughest!

Before the challenge kicks off in Chicago, DHL took the Webb Ellis Cup for a spin around New York City. Click through the pictures above for the highlights!

Be sure to stay tuned to DHL InMotion for all the latest on the Rugby World Cup Trophy Tour and the Rugby vs. The World Challenge – including video highlights from the rugby vs. football showdown in Chicago! You can also follow us on Facebook or on Twitter via @DHL_Rugby!

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