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40 Years of the Hong Kong Sevens

New Zealand’s Jonah Lomu sprints away from Fiji’s Waisale Serevi in the 1995 Cup final in Hong Kong. Photo: SCMP

Jonah Lomu’s springboard to stardom is our latest best moment from Sevens past

Aged 18, he inspired New Zealand to their first Sevens title here in five years, before winning the next two years’ as well, without losing a match.

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Hong Kong ‘shines as Wimbledon of sevens’

All Blacks great Jonah Lomu farewelled in emotional Eden Park memorial

Pacific islanders say farewell to ‘greatest of us all’ Jonah Lomu in special memorial service

New Zealand's Pacific Island community gathered at a memorial service on Saturday for former All Blacks winger Jonah Lomu, two days before all Kiwis will be able to unite publicly to grieve the loss of one of rugby's greatest players.

The casket containing Jonah Lomu is carried out. Photos: AFP

Hong Kong Sevens champions Fiji come to the rescue in mid-air medical emergency

Reigning Hong Kong Sevens champions Fiji have won high praise once again after stepping in to assist cabin crew during a medical emergency on a flight from Fiji to Brisbane on Thursday.

Huge send-off planned for Jonah Lomu as Queen pays respects

Queen Elizabeth II offered her condolences over Jonah Lomu's death Friday as the rugby legend's family revealed they were planning a send-off as big as the great man himself.

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WATCH: Jonah Lomu’s greatest hits

News of the death of former All Blacks winger Jonah Lomu on Wednesday has been met with great sadness around the world, but with this collection of highlights videos we hope to pay tribute to the life of the New Zealand rugby legend who was a giant on the pitch and a gent off it.  

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New Zealand's Jonah Lomu pushes off Jeremy Guscott of England during their 1999 Rugby World Cup match at Twickenham. The All Blacks great, who revolutionised wing play to become rugby union's first global superstar, died in Auckland on November 18, 2015 at the age of 40. Photo: Reuters

Hong Kong rugby pays tribute to Sevens legend Jonah Lomu

Rugby legend Jonah Lomu, who died unexpectedly on Wednesday from kidney disease aged 40, launched his career at the Hong Kong Sevens - and he never forgot it.

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All Blacks legend Jonah Lomu dies aged 40

Rugby legend Jonah Lomu, the game's first global superstar whose speed and power terrorised opponents, died unexpectedly on Wednesday aged 40, the player's family and New Zealand Rugby said.

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Pitch invaders, pints and painted ladies: Hong Kong Sevens fever takes hold

The Hong Kong Sevens is celebrating 40 years - join us for a look through the archives of the city's number one sports event

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A pitch invader is carried off the field and away to the police station in 2010.

Raising the bar: Fans take Hong Kong Sevens to whole new level

The Hong Kong Sevens is celebrating 40 years - join us for a look through the archives of the city's number one sports event

1. King of the jungle: A pitch invader has his 15 minutes of fame as the South Stand goes crazy in 2010. Contact us and you could win tickets to this year's Sevens, if you haven't been banned forever.

SARS: Survival Apparel Rugby Style - how the Hong Kong Sevens defied a world crisis

Brazen behaviour: how fans like to party hard at Hong Kong Sevens

The Hong Kong Sevens is celebrating 40 years - join us for a look through the archives of the city's number one sports event

Lomu and the Pieman star in Hong Kong Sevens history

The Hong Kong Sevens celebrates its 40th anniversary this year - join us for a look through the archives of the city's number one sports event

PHOTO 1: Hong Kong supporters Mandie Farley, Marky Morgan and Debbie Ridy in 1991.

A different era: the early days of the Hong Kong Sevens in pictures

The Hong Kong Sevens celebrates its 40th anniversary this year - join us for a look through the archives of the city's number one sports event

A growing phenomenon: The Hong Kong Sevens' second decade in pictures

The Hong Kong Sevens celebrates its 40th anniversary this year - join us for a look through the archives of the city's number one sports event

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WERE YOU THERE? – win tickets to the Hong Kong Sevens

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How it all began: A jewel discovered

The Hong Kong Sevens celebrates 40 years of sevens this year - join us for a wild ride through the archives of the city's number one sports event

PHOTO 1: March 28, 1976 - Fijian winger Seremaia Tui Cavuilati heads for the line pursued by Gary Thomas (left) and Stephen Streeter in the semi-final against the Wallaroos of Australia.
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40 Years of the Hong Kong Sevens
Were you there? Check out our 8-part photographic trip through the history of Hong Kong’s biggest sporting event – and if you see yourself or someone you know you could win tickets to this year’s tournament
last updated:
9 September, 2024
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