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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
31 Dec 2024 - 4:32PM
Hong Kong China Rugby
French rugby royalty UBB set to bring ‘passion and spirit’ to Hong Kong 10s
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 centre Gabby Rivers tries to makes progress during Hong Kong’s WXV3 loss to Fiji. Photo: Handout
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
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
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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
The US’ Ilona Maher races away with the ball from France’s Anne-Cécile Ciofani on day three of the Hong Kong Sevens in April. Photo: Elson Li
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
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
Hong Kong’s men celebrate success at the recent ARSS in Bangkok, which has given the city’s rugby bosses a boost as they prepare for Los Angeles 2028 qualification
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
World Rugby
Jones pays tribute to France’s ‘hungry’ Dupont as Japan’s rugby plans face reality
In overnight rugby internationals, the Japanese and Italians were reminded of the tough physical challenge of playing against the elite.
10 Nov 2024 - 3:00PM
Hong Kong Sports Institute
Hong Kong teams into Asia Rugby Sevens Series semi-finals after rampant displays
Men’s team poised for China semi-final in Bangkok, while women set to go head-to-head with Japan for final spot.
9 Nov 2024 - 10:00PM
Hong Kong China Rugby
Tranquez puts the boot in as Brazil power their way past Hong Kong
Brazil full back Lucas Tranquez kicks 18 points as South Americans’ physicality proves too much for home side to handle.
9 Nov 2024 - 8:30PM
Brazil’s Joao Amaral runs out of a tackle by Hong Kong’s Sunia Fameitau during the first Test at Football Club. Photo: Nora Tam
Hong Kong China Rugby
Hong Kong to field 2 debutants in first Brazil Test as build-up to 2027 RWC begins
Andrew Douglas names 6 forwards on his bench against a team that ‘loves the physicality of rugby’, with Josh Hrstich captaining from the pack.
7 Nov 2024 - 5:00PM
Hong Kong China Rugby
Hong Kong move ‘attractive’ for overseas stars with ‘high-level ambitions’
Hong Kong aiming for hat-trick of Asia Rugby Sevens Series titles when they contest closing 2024 leg in Bangkok this weekend.
5 Nov 2024 - 1:52PM
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Hong Kong China Rugby
Hong Kong star outlines elite ambition to atone for ‘sour’ world sevens experience
Hong Kong will aim for a third straight Asia Rugby Sevens Series success next month, before moving on to Challenger Series action.
15 Oct 2024 - 12:09PM
Liam Doherty is backing Hong Kong to achieve world series qualification this season. Photo: Handout
South Africa
SA Rugby mulls plan to sell Springboks brand to US fund for US$75 million
Deal would reportedly give Ackerley Sports Group 20 per cent stake in new commercial company and complete control of board.
15 Oct 2024 - 7:15AM
Hong Kong China Rugby
Hong Kong couldn’t prepare properly, boss says after Rugby World Cup dream ends
City’s women’s team lose WXV3 match that offered route to 2025 World Cup, following red card after 15 minutes.
18 Oct 2024 - 6:15AM
While you were sleeping
While you were sleeping: Ronaldo nets, Eubank Jr success, Hong Kong sorrow
Cristiano Ronaldo scores goal No 906, South Africa wait to learn World Cup fate, Scotland find new way to suffer, Hong Kong hopes dashed.
13 Oct 2024 - 12:08PM
OPINION
Patrick Blennerhassett
Hong Kong Rugby Union takes stock after shock sevens loss to South Korea
30 Nov 2019 - 11:04PM
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Hong Kong’s rugby teams are banging on the glass ceiling
12 Nov 2019 - 8:00AM
Tom Bell
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Sonny Bill Williams can live up to his megabucks Toronto Wolfpack deal – but can English rugby league?
11 Nov 2019 - 8:00AM
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Opinion
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Who won and who lost at Japan’s Rugby World Cup?
5 Nov 2019 - 1:06PM
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Sayonara, Japan – now it’s off to France for the 2023 Rugby World Cup
3 Nov 2019 - 11:22PM
Tom Bell
Opinion
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England caught in South Africa’s headlights during Rugby World Cup final
2 Nov 2019 - 11:15PM
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