Ireland rugby sevens finished sixth in the Olympics after a 7-17 defeat against New Zealand in their placing play-off.
In a rematch of the final pool game in which New Zealand edged Ireland 14-12, Leroy Carter scored a try on three minutes to give the All Blacks the lead.
Ireland replied just before half-time with Chay Mullins evading the challenge of Carter and racing through on the left-hand side to touch down.
Mark Roche was accurate with the conversion to give James Topping’s side the lead at the break.
However, New Zealand roared back in the second half with Brady Rush restoring their lead, darting through a gap to register their second try, although Akuila Rokolisoa missed the conversion.
Moses Leo extended their advantage by darting down inside the posts as New Zealand claimed fifth place.