Olympic Medalist Josaia Raisuqe Dies in Accident

Fiji international rugby player Josaia Raisuqe has died in an accident in France, shocking the rugby community. Raisuqe was a key player for the Fijian sevens team, winning silver at the Paris Olympics

Fiji international Josaia Raisuqe has tragically passed away following an accident in France, where he played for Top 14 rugby union side Castres. The 30-year-old winger was also a key player for the Fijian sevens team, helping them secure a silver medal at the Paris Olympics last year.

Raisuqe joined Castres in 2021 and had been an integral part of the team. Fellow Top 14 side Toulouse expressed their shock and sadness upon hearing the news of his untimely death, mourning the loss of a talented player.

Le Stade Toulousain a appris avec effroi le décès de Josaia Raisuqe ce matin, dans un accident de la circulation.
L'ensemble du club tient à adresser son soutien et ses plus sincères condoléances à sa famille, ses proches ainsi qu'à son club du Castres Olympique.🕊️💙🤍 pic.twitter.com/EL1a24UVnz

— Stade Toulousain (@StadeToulousain) May 8, 2025

Toulouse rugby club expressed their shock and sadness over Josaia Raisuqe's passing, offering condolences to his loved ones and Castres Olympique. “The entire club would like to express their support and sincerest condolences to his family and friends, as well as to his club Castres Olympique,” Toulouse posted on social media.

Some sad news to bring you.

Fiji sevens Olympic silver medallist Josaia Raisuqe has died after being involved in a road accident in France, his club Castres Olympique have confirmed. pic.twitter.com/o1B3MMPrnX

— BBC Sport (@BBCSport) May 8, 2025

This week's Top 14 match between Castres and Clermont Auvergne may be postponed, according to media reports, amid the mourning for the Fijian winger.