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Hong Kong Sevens

Hong Kong Sevens
The Cathay/HSBC Hong Kong Sevens is one of the biggest sporting events in Hong Kong and the premier tournament on the HSBC SVNS Series calendar. Taking place at Hong Kong Stadium, it features the world’s best teams competing for the coveted title.
Rugby fans in the south stand on Day 2 of the Cathay / HSBC Hong Kong Sevens 2026 at Kai Tak Stadium. 18APR26 SCMP / Sam Tsang
Hong Kong Sevens: Latest news

Cathay/HSBC Hong Kong Sevens: record crowd party to gripping men’s quarter-finals

Three-day attendance total set to reach new high as holders Argentina, series champions South Africa, New Zealand and Spain get to semis.

Hong Kong China Rugby

Hong Kong eye revenge after Japan shock partisan Kai Tak Stadium crowd

Hong Kong Sevens: Latest news

Cathay/HSBC Hong Kong Sevens: dreamlike debut for Uematsu despite Thai loss

Hong Kong

Hong Kong Sevens at ‘pinnacle’ on 50th anniversary, pioneering coach says

First tournament in 1976 drew 3,000, while this year’s event at Kai Tak Stadium has attracted more than 140,000, with three-day passes sold out.

Tens of thousands of rugby fans pack Kai Tak Stadium on the second day of the Hong Kong Sevens on Saturday. Photo: Karma Lo
Hong Kong Sevens: As it happened

Hong Kong Sevens: defending champs Argentina, Black Ferns into semi-finals

Sunday’s semi-finals are set, with last year’s winners again into the last four, but Australia’s women and South Africa’s men are in ominous form.

Hong Kong Sevens: Latest news

Australia star acknowledges careers on line at Cathay/HSBC Hong Kong Sevens

Aden Ekanayake making second appearance in the city and challenging team to end four-year drought, not fret about demotion to second-tier.

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Hong Kong Sevens: Latest news

Cathay/HSBC Hong Kong Sevens: hosts aiming to send Asian Games message to Japan

Rory Stewart-Cox contributes pick of Hong Kong’s six tries as hosts beat China under Kai Tak Stadium Friday night lights on day one of event.

Rory Stewart-Cox gallops away from Chinese attention on his way to scoring a fabulous try for Hong Kong. Photo: Elson Li
Hong Kong

Hong Kong in Sevens heaven as dazzling display marks start of 50th year

Not even a leaky roof at Kai Tak Stadium can put a dampener on proceedings as 34,368 fans pass through gates on day one.

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Hong Kong Sevens: Latest news

Cathay/HSBC Hong Kong Sevens: Hong Kong coach sees ‘positive’ in women’s escape

Andy Vilk says Denmark deserves credit for their showing in 14-14 draw, while city’s two-try hero Chong Ka-yan believes team must start better.

Hong Kong Sevens: Latest news

Cathay/HSBC Hong Kong Sevens: Australia, New Zealand set for inevitable showdown

The Australians will have a tricky final pool match against Canada, while the reigning champions finish up against Fiji before the quarters.

Australia’s Kaitlin Shave on her way to the tryline against South Africa on day one of the Cathay/HSBC Hong Kong Sevens at Kai Tak Stadium. Photo: Elson Li
Hong Kong Sevens: Latest news

Cathay/HSBC Hong Kong Sevens: German star combining rugby with police duties

Niklas Koch hoping promoted nation’s Hong Kong exploits leave lasting impression in football-mad country.

Niklas Koch tries to wriggle clear of Fiji’s Kavekini Tanivanuakula during Germany’s opening Cathay/HSBC Sevens clash. Photo: Elson Li
Hong Kong Sevens: Features

Rugby fans old and new celebrate ‘best weekend of the year’ at Hong Kong Sevens

K-pop girl group Primrose get spectators in the mood to party after hours of action on the pitch at Kai Tak Stadium.

Hong Kong society

Gloomy weather can’t take shine off Hong Kong Sevens for visiting rugby fans

Rugby tournament kicks off 50th anniversary edition with spectators in party mood.

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Hong Kong Sevens: Latest news

Cathay/HSBC Hong Kong Sevens, day 1: Argentina, Black Ferns dominant

The first leg of the HSBC SVNS World Championship gets under way in Hong Kong as the city’s sevens celebrates its 50th year.

Hong Kong’s Liam Herbert breaks free of China’s defence at the Cathay/HSBC Hong Kong Sevens. Photo: Karma Lo
Hong Kong Sevens: Explainers

Boks chasing first title, tickets sell out: 5 things to know on day 1 of Sevens

Blitzboks have never won Hong Kong title, but go into weekend having won HSBC SVNS Series. Only single-day tickets left, with Sunday almost gone.

The men’s and women’s captains of the teams playing at this year’s Hong Kong Sevens enjoy a moment of fun before the serious business begins. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong economy

Bars gearing up for bumper Hong Kong Sevens weekend

Bar operators dismiss concerns that higher airfares because of Middle East war will deter rugby fans from visiting city.

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Hong Kong China Rugby

Hong Kong star aiming to inspire at sevens before plotting Cathay career

Bryn Phillips still has Asian Games, World Cup and Olympic ambitions but scrum-half beginning to plan for life after sport.

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Editorial | 50 years of Sevens: Hong Kong’s festival of fun awaits the world’s rugby fans

This year’s Hong Kong Sevens will round out a week of iconic sporting events, with attendance expected to smash records.

The men’s and women’s captains of Hong Kong Seven rugby teams pose for pictures in Kai Tak Stadium on April 15. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong Sevens: Explainers

Cathay/HSBC Hong Kong Sevens event planner: your guide to the ultimate sports party

From Hong Kong’s men and women tackling the Melrose Claymores competition, to K-pop and Eurodance, there’s something for everyone.

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Video | HK Sevens at 50: 5 things to know

As the city celebrates a half-century of rugby, a record crowd is set to take the event to its next level.

Tens Rugby

From racing Gout Gout to chasing sevens stardom, Aussie teen has ‘gas to burn’

Bailey Roberts-Lintmeijer competed against sprint sensation in 2024; now in Australia 7s fold, he has spent the week playing 10s.

Bailey Roberts-Lintmeijer raced against sprint phenomenon Gout Gout in 2024. Photo: Karma Lo
Hong Kong Sevens: Explainers

Rugby’s greatest weekend: 50 years of the Hong Kong Sevens - an infographic

See the world’s top teams compete at Kai Tak Stadium on April 17-19 and celebrate 50 years of Hong Kong Sevens history, tries and triumphs.

Rugby’s greatest weekend: 50 years of the Hong Kong Sevens - an infographic
Hong Kong China Rugby

Hong Kong Sevens’ dentist kept on his toes by fans just as much as players

Eugene Cheung revealed that his most memorable cases had occurred separately off the pitch, involving a coach and an overseas spectator.

Paris 2024 Paralympic Games

Aussie Howe eyes Paralympic gold in wheelchair rugby, but first a bit of sevens

Having reached top of his sport after accident left him a quadriplegic at 20, Australian Jake Howe is showing no signs of slowing down.

Hong Kong Sevens: Latest news

Rugby and racing fans bring party atmosphere of Hong Kong Sevens to Happy Valley

Fancy dress, Abba tribute acts and Jason Donovan bring spirit of city’s biggest sporting party to race night in Hong Kong.

Tribute act Babba perform during the Wednesday night meeting at Happy Valley Racecourse. Photo: Edmond So
World Rugby

South Africa captain Visser believes changes to sevens format ‘confusing’ for fans

The 30-year-old is hoping to lead the Blitzboks to their first title in the city at this week’s Cathay/HSBC Hong Kong Sevens at Kai Tak Stadium.

South Africa captain Impi Visser is poised to win his 51st cap at the Cathay/HSBC Hong Kong Sevens: Photo: Sam Tsang
Tens Rugby

New Zealand rugby legend Woodman-Wickliffe nervous ahead of Hong Kong 10s debut

Decorated former Kiwi international at peace with decision to retire for a second time, representing legends team at three-day tournament.

Tradition HKFC 10s

Hong Kong 10s was my first proper rugby tour, 40 years later I remember it all

The Tradition HKFC 10s celebrates its 40th anniversary this week. Shah Sahari played witness to the tournament’s humble beginnings.

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