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While you were sleeping
Liverpool stunned in FA Cup; India beat England, Ireland march on in Six Nations
One of the biggest shocks in modern-day history of cup competition, while Irish are seeking history.
10 Feb 2025 - 8:30AM
Hong Kong Sevens
Kaiser Chiefs, Pete Tong, RubberBand to rock ‘new’ Hong Kong Sevens at Kai Tak
4 Feb 2025 - 6:30PM
While you were sleeping
Dupont stars as France thrash Wales, Villa’s Duran sold for US$79 million
1 Feb 2025 - 8:30AM
Hong Kong China Rugby
China tipped to challenge rugby sevens giants by Australian Olympic winner
Alicia Lucas hails progress of ‘structured and meticulous’ China and is excited by potential of ‘incredible athletes’.
28 Jan 2025 - 7:30AM
China’s women celebrate qualifying for the 2025 world series. Photo: Handout
While you were sleeping
Australia’s sevens joy, despair; Eagles make Super Bowl; Tottenham beaten again
The historic decision to give the women centre stage in Perth was justified with a nail-biting victory for the hosts against their rivals.
27 Jan 2025 - 8:30AM
While you were sleeping
Liverpool, Arsenal win, Forest hammered; Wembanyama’s Spurs are beaten in Paris
The Reds march on with only one side within nine points of the leaders while Manchester City extend their unbeaten league run.
29 Jan 2025 - 11:24AM
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While you were sleeping
Uruguay stun Fiji, All Blacks in Perth, Walker joins Milan, Carroll’s off to Vegas
Uruguay get best of remarkable first day of World Sevens Series leg, and only Kenya stand in way of clean sweep of Pool C.
25 Jan 2025 - 8:30AM
Uruguay players celebrate after beating the All Blacks on the opening day of the World Sevens Series stop in Perth. Photo: Reuters
Women’s Rugby
Instagram, TikTok can help rugby grow audience, Hong Kong Sevens star Maher says
The American Olympic medallist, who is the world’s most followed rugby player, believes her stoic but ‘amazing’ sport needs more personalities.
16 Jan 2025 - 5:58PM
Kai Tak Sports Park
Hong Kong welcomes public into new sporting home as Kai Tak Stadium opens doors
University rugby sevens tournament serves as test event for the venue as it prepares to host Hong Kong Sevens, Coldplay and National Games.
6 Jan 2025 - 12:01AM
Hong Kong China Rugby
Hong Kong rugby sevens star Denmark racing to achieve world and Olympic goals
The wing knows every remaining chance must be taken as city’s team begin seven weeks of ‘solid preparation’ ahead of 2025 Challenger Series.
2 Jan 2025 - 9:30AM
Hong Kong China Rugby
World Cup news could advance Hong Kong rugby, after year of near-misses
Hong Kong women 2025 World Cup bid fell short, while in sevens both city teams could not replicate continental success on bigger stage.
31 Dec 2024 - 4:32PM
Jubilant Hong Kong celebrate their last-gasp success in Brazil this summer. Photo: Handout
While you were sleeping
Alisson eyes Liverpool history, Italy title tilt; Littler, MVG in darts action
We’re now at that awkward period between Christmas and New Year but there was still the odd bit of sporting news to round up.
29 Dec 2024 - 7:30AM
Hong Kong China Rugby
French rugby royalty UBB set to bring ‘passion and spirit’ to Hong Kong 10s
UBB coach Laurent Ferrères on lookout for next international stars in Hong Kong, recalls ‘one of biggest experiences of life’ at HK Sevens.
24 Dec 2024 - 12:00PM
Hong Kong China Rugby
Hong Kong dual-code rugby star details ‘mentally taxing’ duties, eyes World Cup
Centre Gabby Rivers, who says university graduation will be ‘game-changer’ for her mentality and skills, harbours big Hong Kong ambitions.
16 Dec 2024 - 2:09PM
Hong Kong China Rugby
New mindset, Taylor Swift help Hong Kong ref handle surprise rugby 7s final duty
‘Short Asian girl’ Sunny Lee has reached the heights of women’s world 7s series rugby only 6 years after ‘disaster’ of a refereeing debut.
11 Dec 2024 - 9:02PM
Sunny Lee (middle left) is one of the world’s leading officials only six years after beginning to referee. Photo: Hong Kong China Rugby
Hong Kong China Rugby
Hong Kong’s path to elite HSBC SVNS Series mapped out after good Challenger news
City’s men’s team narrowly missed out on promotion shot this year, but programme head Paul John optimistic for 2025 after schedule revealed.
5 Dec 2024 - 6:00PM
Women’s Rugby
Rugby’s biggest social media star Ilona Maher signs for Bristol in World Cup bid
The 28-year-old, who helped the US win their first Olympic medal in Rugby 7s in Paris, will join the English club for 3 months to play 15s.
3 Dec 2024 - 10:52PM
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Hong Kong China Rugby
Hong Kong rugby hero Salom Yiu going off beaten path to find stars of tomorrow
Local governing body’s talent test day attracts 200 rugby novices with dreams of becoming international stars.
1 Dec 2024 - 5:47PM
The rugby talent testing day at Hong Kong Sports Institute looked to unearth the stars of the future. Photo: Jonathan Wong
While you were sleeping
Arsenal hit 5, Van Nistelrooy sees Leicester ship 4 as Ireland beat Australia
Mikel Arteta’s side are doing all they can ahead of the big Liverpool v Man City clash, while Justin Kluivert made Premier League history.
1 Dec 2024 - 7:40AM
Hong Kong China Rugby
Hong Kong bosses look to Japan and Down Under for top opponents in World Cup bid
City team beat Brazil at Kai Tak on Saturday for series victory, ‘new home’ backed to encourage wider rugby audience.
17 Nov 2024 - 3:30PM
While you were sleeping
Boks hand England fifth straight defeat, France down All Blacks, Sinner on fire
The Nations League took a back seat overnight, with the Autumn tests throwing up some thrilling encounters.
17 Nov 2024 - 7:30AM
Hong Kong China Rugby
‘Ambitious’ Hong Kong targeting Kai Tak fortress after sweeping away Brazil
Hong Kong beat South Americans to secure Test series success following rousing display at new Kai Tak venue.
16 Nov 2024 - 10:27PM
Centre Thomas Hill surges forwards during Hong Kong’s victory over Brazil. Photo: Jonathan Wong
Hong Kong Sports Institute
Hong Kong bosses start planning for Los Angeles Olympics, given new talent boost
City’s men’s and women’s teams both set for 2025 Challenger Series, optimistic of imminent news about competition arrangement.
13 Nov 2024 - 5:51PM
While you were sleeping
While you were sleeping: another win for Manchester United, Medvedev controversy
Van Nistelrooy ends brief reign on high, Ipswich out of drop zone following shock victory, try-less Scots beaten at home, Medvedev unravels.
11 Nov 2024 - 9:25AM
Asia Rugby Sevens Series
Hong Kong complete perfect Asia Rugby Sevens Series with China and Japan wins
City’s women finish fourth in Bangkok following successive defeats on final day, but Challenger Series qualification already assured.
10 Nov 2024 - 8:27PM
OPINION
Tom Bell
Opinion
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7 ideas to improve Hong Kong Sevens in 2024 and beyond
6 Apr 2023 - 7:17PM
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Josh Ball
Opinion
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Hong Kong’s sporting teams need to think bigger – by looking beyond its borders
29 Nov 2022 - 10:03AM
Sean Moore
Opinion
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What should have happened in Korea with rugby anthem blunder
17 Nov 2022 - 4:25PM
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Tim Noonan
Opinion
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Hong Kong Sevens still has life, now it needs a vision to match its future
8 Nov 2022 - 12:42PM
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Tim Noonan
Opinion
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No need for nostalgia at Hong Kong Sevens, where it’s onward and upward
6 Nov 2022 - 8:00AM
Tim Noonan
Opinion
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Hong Kong needs to earn world’s trust, and Sevens is great place to start
4 Nov 2022 - 12:00PM
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