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Hong Kong Sevens: Latest news

The 2025 Hong Kong Rugby Sevens tournament will take place at the Kai Tak stadium. Photo: Ike Images

Hong Kong Sevens

Hong Kong Sevens set for ‘game changing’ 2025 Kai Tak move, test event silence

The marquee 48-year-old rugby sevens event is moving from Hong Kong Stadium, where it has been staged since 1982.

30 Sep 2024 - 9:13PM

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Hong Kong Sevens 2025 dates revealed, bosses hope Kai Tak venue will be ready

15 Aug 2024 - 5:42PM

Hong Kong economy

Letters | Don’t rush Hong Kong Sevens into new stadium

13 Apr 2024 - 2:30PM

Food and Drinks

Mouthing Off | How Hong Kong Sevens showed need for change in city’s tourism strategy

The changing fortunes of Hong Kong’s bars and restaurants, from Easter to the Rugby Sevens, showed why tourism officials need to switch their focus to once again attracting Western visitors to the city.

10 Apr 2024 - 10:34AM

Rugby fans in Hong Kong’s Wan Chai neighbourhood on the eve of the 2024 Rugby Sevens. After a grim Easter the week before, the sporting event provided relief for bars and restaurants, and highlighted why the city’s tourism strategy must change. Photo: May Tse

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Every sevens game a blessing for Brazil star Kochhann after breast cancer battle

Raquel Kochhann only returned to the sport in January after almost two years out, and takes inspiration from every moment on the field.

8 Apr 2024 - 6:30PM

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World Rugby chief says ‘more work to do’ before Sevens’ Kai Tak move is confirmed

CEO Alan Gilpin says there is ‘a lot of confidence’ in talks about the move in 2025 for the tournament, which is ‘definitely back’.

8 Apr 2024 - 5:30PM

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Hong Kong Sevens hailed as ‘jewel in sport’s crown’ after amazing week

More than 100,000 people pass through venue’s gates over the course of three days, while city’s leader highlights economic benefits and World Rugby boss praises ‘amazing week’.

8 Apr 2024 - 1:23AM

Fireworks explode over the top of Hong Kong Stadium after the end of the Sevens. Photo: Eugene Lee

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New Zealand hat-trick star Blyde hails ‘really special’ win at Hong Kong Sevens

Defending champions cruise past USA 36-7 to win for second year running at Hong Kong Stadium.

7 Apr 2024 - 10:17PM

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Hong Kong’s men leave sevens fate in hands of China and Japan, women win again

Two late tries send Hong Kong’s men to 33-14 defeat against Japan, although sides could still meet in Sunday’s final. Micayla Baltazar scores brace as city’s women beat Thailand 28-10.

7 Apr 2024 - 8:00AM

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Familiar foes Black Ferns and Aussies chase spot in Hong Kong Sevens final

Black Ferns’ surprise defeat to France in pool stage brings last year’s finalists together game earlier than expected.

6 Apr 2024 - 10:29PM

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Hong Kong Sevens 2024: schedule, results, TV, tickets info on day 3

The Cathay/HSBC Hong Kong Sevens draws to a conclusion on Sunday, on what could be the last day it takes place at Hong Kong Stadium before a move to Kai Tak Sports Park.

6 Apr 2024 - 10:07PM

Hong Kong Sevens

Great Britain’s Burton comes full circle after 25-day coma, Olympic Games next

Abi Burton has ‘come full circle’ after playing in the Cathay/HSBC Hong Kong Sevens following fears her career was over because of a serious illness that left her in a coma

6 Apr 2024 - 4:50PM

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Hong Kong Sevens: roller coaster start for Australia great Hooper

Australia legend Michael Hooper reveals the extent of his nerves before a debut at the Cathay/HSBC Hong Kong Sevens, former 15s captain enjoys bright start, but day ends on sour note

6 Apr 2024 - 7:22AM

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New Zealand women and men make strong cases for Hong Kong Sevens defence

All Blacks had been struggling for form, on Friday wins over Great Britain and Argentina were a statement of intent, while the Black Ferns had a brutal response to Australia’s bullish opening.

6 Apr 2024 - 6:00AM

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Hong Kong Sevens 2024: schedule, results, TV, tickets info on day 2

The Cathay/HSBC Hong Kong Sevens continues on Saturday with group and knockout matches. Here’s everything you need to know on day 2.

6 Apr 2024 - 10:48AM

Fans enjoy the entertainment during Friday’s first day. Photo: Eugene Lee

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‘Vibrant’ Hong Kong Sevens back to normal, businesses harbour Kai Tak concerns

The Cathay/HSBC Hong Kong Sevens roared into action on Friday, with sold-out crowds revelling in home success and splashing out on city stays

6 Apr 2024 - 12:49AM

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Great Britain’s men and women struggle on opening day of Hong Kong sevens

Two teams go winless, with men losing to defending champions New Zealand and relegation rivals USA, while women come unstuck against New Zealand and France.

5 Apr 2024 - 9:05PM

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Sell-out for final rugby sevens at iconic Hong Kong Stadium

5 Apr 2024 - 8:48PM

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Hong Kong Sevens

USA sevens star Maher enjoys Hong Kong food more than team’s displays on pitch

On her first visit, the social media star has been sharing everything about Hong Kong, but says the team’s performances have been less pleasing.

5 Apr 2024 - 6:50PM

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Hong Kong Sevens: series of subplots, as city gets ready for farewell party

Hong Kong is preparing for its annual sevens jamboree, with a hosts of stars in the city, and a series of subplots underpinning what should be an intriguing three days of rugby.

5 Apr 2024 - 8:00AM

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Captain Collier backs defending champion All Blacks to handle Hong Kong pressure

Dylan Collier says his team can overcome a slump in form and shoulder the weight of wearing New Zealand jersey in Hong Kong title defence.

4 Apr 2024 - 7:28PM

Dylan Collier is convinced New Zealand have what it takes to retain their Hong Kong title, despite a poor recent run. Photo: AFP

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China captains full of praise for ‘old rivals’ Hong Kong ahead of sevens clash

China’s men and women will take on their Hong Kong counterparts this weekend as part of the Hong Kong Sevens, with Japan and Thailand also playing in Melrose Claymore competition.

4 Apr 2024 - 7:29PM

China captains Wang Wanyu (left) and Li Haitao will lead their teams out at Hong Kong Stadium this weekend. Photo: Dickson Lee

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Hong Kong Sevens set to be declared a sell-out as international visitors return

More than 39,500 of the 40,000 available tickets have been sold, while overseas ticket sales return to over 40 per cent of total capacity, supported by strong interest from the UK, Australia and Fiji.

4 Apr 2024 - 7:31PM

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Hong Kong’s Woodward relishes hosts’ Sevens incentive, says fancy dress can wait

Skipper rues home team’s drop to a secondary competition, but vows they are ‘taking it seriously’ as he keeps his fancy dress costumes in the wardrobe for another year.

4 Apr 2024 - 7:51PM

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Where to enjoy the Hong Kong Sevens

31 Mar 2023 - 11:38AM

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Hong Kong reopens

Opinion | 7 lessons from Sevens rugby success as Hong Kong reopens for events

From reviewing Covid-19 rules to the needs of the events industry, Hong Kong has a chance to reposition itself as an events capital – with the catalyst of the success of the Hong Kong Sevens.

9 Nov 2022 - 8:24AMvideocam

Fans on the last day at The Cathay Pacific/HSBC Hong Kong Sevens rugby tournament at the Hong Kong Stadium in Causeway Bay on November 6. Photo: Yik Yeung-man

Hong Kong reopens

Local fans snap up 25,000 tickets in run-up to Hong Kong Sevens

Hong Kong Rugby Union says it is ‘thrilled’ by number of sales, with organisers to also host 6,000 school students on first day.

27 Oct 2022 - 9:25PM

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Hong Kong Sevens tickets selling well, officials hoping overseas fans come

Some 4,402 of the 10,000 tickets that went on general sale to the public last week have been sold, and with 16,500 already snapped up by city’s rugby community, officials say prospect of 21,000-strong crowd already ‘a win’.

2 Oct 2022 - 1:52PM

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Hong Kong Sevens: Latest news

The Cathay Pacific/HSBC Hong Kong Sevens is one of the biggest sporting events in Hong Kong and the premier tournament on the World Rugby Sevens Series calendar. Taking place at Hong Kong Stadium, it features the world’s best teams compete for the coveted title.

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9 September, 2024