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Hong Kong Sevens 2017

Hong Kong Sevens 2017

The 2017 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 2016-17. Taking place at Hong Kong Stadium, it will see the world’s best teams compete for the coveted title. Fiji were champions in 2016.

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