Mitchell to skipper GB Sevens

James Rodwell, who set a record for competing in his 69th consecutive World Sevens Series tournaments, is one of the final 12 who have made the cut.

"I am incredibly proud to have the opportunity to represent Team GB and to lead this group of boys, we have worked so hard to be at this point, not just in the last six weeks but over the years," Mitchell said.

"The opportunity to showcase our event to the world and represent Team GB while we do it is something very special.

"I wasn't expecting to react the way I did – when Simon told me I was in the squad, and that he wanted me to captain it, I didn't have any words and am still trying to let it sink in."

Sevens coach Simon Amor believed team spirit has been created over the last seven weeks and all the players involved in the wider training squad have pushed themselves.

"They have fought and fought for places each day. It has been incredibly competitive and the group has become very close in a short space of time," Amor said.

"We have named a talented and experienced squad of 12 players today which we believe offers the right combinations and complimenting skill sets needed to be successful in Rio."

Great Britain: Mark Bennett (Glasgow Warriors), Dan Bibby (England), Phil Burgess (England), Sam Cross (Wales), Alex Davis (England),James Davies (Scarlets), Ollie Lindsay Hague (Harlequins), Tom Mitchell (England) C, Dan Norton (England), James Rodwell (England), Mark Robertson (Scotland), Marcus Watson (Newcastle Falcons).

Travelling reserves: Luke Treharne (Wales), Ruaridh McConnochie (England)