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Portugal’s men and South Africa’s women celebrate their respective victories together at the HSBC Challenger Series in Krakow. Photo: Reuters
Hong Kong Sevens

Portugal and South Africa claim Krakow titles in HSBC Challenger Series

Portugal’s men clinch thrilling final over Samoa, while South Africa’s dominant women finish perfect weekend with victory over Kenya.

World Rugby

US’ Baker among stars in world’s first franchise-based rugby 7s league in India

SCMP Highlights

Earthquake rescue, China’s quiet supersonic jet, rugby sevens: 5 weekend reads

Hong Kong Sevens

Hong Kong Sevens: 5 things we learned from another incredible weekend of rugby

An incredible stadium, food failures, New Zealand dominance and the next 50 years of Sevens in the city.

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The Cathay/HSBC Hong Kong Sevens closed with its traditional fireworks display, but this time in its new home at Kai Tak Stadium. Photo: Eugene Lee
The Cathay/HSBC Hong Kong Sevens closed with its traditional fireworks display, but this time in its new home at Kai Tak Stadium. Photo: Eugene Lee
Hong Kong Sevens

History made at Hong Kong Sevens’ shiny new Kai Tak home but questions remain

Despite problems for fans including long queues for food and drinks, Hong Kong has reinforced its place as a premier spot for rugby sevens.

Hong Kong Sevens

‘A new history’: Argentina finally win Hong Kong Sevens amid more woe for France

South Americans cap dominant performances over three days with victory in absorbing final, as yellow card proves calamitous for French.

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Hong Kong Sevens: Ireland journey threatens downwards turn, as Spain surge

One of the recent stories of the HSBC SVNS Series circuit, Ireland are fighting for their lives after player exits and reported funding cuts.

Ireland’s Josh Costello runs out of a tackle by Great Britain’s Sunni Jardine on day three of the Hong Kong Sevens. Photo: Elson Li
Ireland’s Josh Costello runs out of a tackle by Great Britain’s Sunni Jardine on day three of the Hong Kong Sevens. Photo: Elson Li
Hong Kong Sevens

Hong Kong Sevens: New Zealand women beat Australia to complete ‘three-peat’

The Olympic champions’ first two victories were at Hong Kong Stadium and they follow that up with the first title at Kai Tak.

Hong Kong Sevens

Hong Kong coaches lay out year’s plans after winning Melrose Claymores double

Both Hong Kong and China will play in series in UK as they prepare for November’s National Games, with some training camps thrown in.

Hong Kong Sevens

Hong Kong Sevens: historic titles, fly-pasts, food chaos - day 3 as it happened

There was a little bit of everything on the last day at Kai Tak Stadium, from tries and tears, to musical magic and more fury over lack of food.

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New Zealand and Argentina celebrate winning their respective tournaments at the Cathay/HSBC Hong Kong Sevens. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong Sevens

Hong Kong Sevens: New Zealand face women’s semi with Canada, Australia v France

A New Zealand v Australia final remains on the cards as both sides continue to flex their muscles.

New Zealand’s Risi Pouri-Lane outpaces her Brazilian opponents on day two of the Hong Kong Sevens. Photo: Elson Li
New Zealand’s Risi Pouri-Lane outpaces her Brazilian opponents on day two of the Hong Kong Sevens. Photo: Elson Li
Hong Kong Sevens

New Zealand star has another special reason to enjoy Hong Kong Sevens this year

Besides the chance to play at the new stadium, Jazmin Felix-Hotham also gets the opportunity to have a happy reunion with a now-local figure.

Hong Kong Sevens

Australian record-breaker Levi thanks Hong Kong Sevens for giving women a stage

Having become her country’s all-time top try-scorer during the tournament, Levi thanks those who opened doors for her.

Hong Kong Sevens

Hong Kong Sevens guide to day 3: tickets, schedule, how to get there on Sunday

From matches to music to the dos and don’ts at Kai Tak Stadium, here’s our handy guide to the event.

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Fans can still get in on the action at the South Stand but only three-day passes were left for sale. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong Sevens

New Zealand’s Hong Kong Sevens reign ended by France fightback, Fiji down Spain

Olympic champions score 21 unanswered points to win from 14-0 down against Kiwis, and join Fiji, Argentina and Australia in the semi-finals.

Gregoire Arfeuil on his way to scoring a try against New Zealand in France’s dramatic 21-14 win. Photo: Sam Tsang
Gregoire Arfeuil on his way to scoring a try against New Zealand in France’s dramatic 21-14 win. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong Sevens

Hong Kong Sevens: hosts told to ‘finish the job’ following more Kai Tak thrills

City’s men overturn half-time deficit to beat Japan and secure final spot, while women’s hero Sabay Lynam plans passport switch.

Hong Kong Sevens

Hong Kong Sevens: how being caned turned Kenyan sporting royal into rugby gem

Samuel Asati describes unlikely introduction to rugby, as he aims to help establish Kenya among game’s best.

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China’s dramatic win sees them avoid ‘worst team’ tag at Hong Kong Sevens

Defeat by USA in their final pool fixture leaves China on brink, before they rescue their tournament with triumph over Great Britain.

China’s victory over Great Britain has left them fighting for ninth place against Spain on Sunday. Photo: Elson Li
China’s victory over Great Britain has left them fighting for ninth place against Spain on Sunday. Photo: Elson Li
Hong Kong Sevens

Hong Kong Sevens: Australia target ‘big dance’ after Olympic Games comedown

New captain Henry Hutchison aiming to return Australia to winner’s podium after wait of more than two years.

Hong Kong Sevens

China target win over USA at Hong Kong Sevens to help series survival hopes

Fan Shun-kei, the team’s technical coach, is hopeful his team can beat the Americans despite two defeats on Friday.

Hong Kong Sevens

Hong Kong Sevens: New Zealand exit, food queues frustrate fans – as it happened

France end All Blacks’ hopes of a three-peat in the men’s competition, on a day when food and drink availability is the talk of Kai Tak.

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France’s Liam Delamare (right) celebrates with a teammate after the beat New Zealand in the quarter-finals of the Cathay/HSBC Hong Kong Sevens. Photo: Elson Li
Hong Kong Sevens

Hong Kong Sevens guide to day 2: tickets, schedule, how to get there on Saturday

Check gate and kick-off times, public transport info and Kai Tak Stadium’s prohibited items in our guide to the event.

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Hong Kong (in dark blue) beat Kazakhstan 29-14 in the Melrose Claymores event on Friday., Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong (in dark blue) beat Kazakhstan 29-14 in the Melrose Claymores event on Friday., Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong Sevens

Kai Tak Stadium heralds start of ‘exciting new chapter’ in Sevens history

Fans and players praise the new venue, as more than 33,000 fans turn up for first day of the tournament.

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Hong Kong Sevens

Hong Kong Sevens: hosts savour double joy as fans ‘blow lid off’ Kai Tak Stadium

City’s men recover from early setback to beat China, while women rally to overcome Kazakhstan.

Hong Kong Sevens

Hong Kong Sevens 2025: Australia, New Zealand women shine, China in trouble

Australia bolstered by the return of Maddison Levi, who missed the Vancouver leg because of injury.

Australia’s Isabella Nasser in action against Spain on day one of the Sevens. Photo: Sun Yeung
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