Overview
- Belgium Rugby and the Kenya Rugby Union confirmed Abrahams died on Friday, 10 October in Nairobi while the team was on tour for the Safari Sevens.
- Abrahams was serving as head coach of Belgium’s women’s sevens after previous roles with Harlequins, England Sevens, USA Rugby and Wales Women.
- Belgium withdrew from the tournament and said players and staff would receive ongoing psychological support after returning home.
- Harlequins, the Welsh Rugby Union, World Rugby, Rugby Europe and England Rugby posted tributes recognizing his influence across the sevens and development pathways.
- Officials have not disclosed the medical cause of death, and reports that he collapsed at Nyayo Stadium have not been corroborated by formal statements.