So far eight of a possible 12 teams have qualified in each of the men's and women's events for Rio 2016 in what has been compelling and competitive action across the World Rugby Sevens Series and subsequent qualifying events.
The global qualification process continues with regional tournaments in Asia, Africa and Oceania taking place over the next few months with the final confirmed teams expected to be announced by the end of the year.
Ticket sales are also progressing well ahead of what promises to be a spectacular festival of rugby.
The interest in rugby at Rio 2016 has been strong both from Brazilians and international sports fans. Packed stadiums are expected for the rugby competition, which will take place at Deodoro Olympic Park on the opening weekend of the Games.
Lapasset added: "With construction underway for the purpose-built Olympic rugby stadium and preparations on track, we are excited about an event that will be great for rugby and great for the Olympics.