Retiring legend DJ Forbes remembered for famous haka in the rain that ‘epitomises the Hong Kong Sevens’
New Zealand captain won the lot in 11 years at the top and finishes as the sport’s most-capped player
Hong Kong Rugby Union chief executive Robbie McRobbie has paid tribute to retiring sevens legend DJ Forbes, thanking him for his contribution to the Hong Kong Sevens.
The most-capped player in sevens history called an end to his glittering career on Wednesday, with McRobbie remembering New Zealand’s haka in the rain at Hong Kong Stadium after their 2014 victory.
“The haka in the rain, for many people that will be a lasting memory of DJ but it has also become an image that epitomises the Sevens,” McRobbie said.
“Like Jonah [Lomu] and Waisale [Serevi], I think DJ takes his place among the true greats of the sevens game and the true legends of the Hong Kong Sevens.
“He has played in many memorable matches here in Hong Kong, he has entertained the crowds for many, many years and we say thank you for his contribution.”
Hong Kong fans could encounter Forbes in a different capacity at next year’s Hong Kong Sevens, with McRobbie floating the idea of bringing the 34-year-old back as an ambassador.
