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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.
Action from China’s game against Japan in the Melrose Claymores competition at the Hong Kong Sevens. Photo: Sun Yeung
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Hong Kong Sevens day 3: Black Ferns chase history, China join Hong Kong in final

China’s men set up Melrose Claymores final against hosts as France’s men chase first Hong Kong title and New Zealand women seek third in row.

Hong Kong Sevens: Latest news

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

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

Hong Kong Sevens: Features

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.

Maddison Levi on her way to scoring a hat-trick of tries against Spain in Hong Kong on Friday. Photo: Sun Yeung
Kai Tak Sports Park

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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Hong Kong Sevens: Latest news

My Take | Successful Sevens can score for Hong Kong in the international arena

Impressive new stadium, exciting rugby action and fans full of fun are tough match for rivals who dare try to win Hong Kong sporting crown.

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Stadium bosses brush aside complaints as failures take shine off Hong Kong Sevens

Concession stands again run out of food and drinks while customers wait 45 minutes or more to be served on second day of Sevens at Kai Tak Stadium.

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Hong Kong’s women’s team (in blue) give the home crowd something to cheer about with a 47-0 victory over Thailand. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong

Lan Kwai Fong gets Hong Kong Sevens booster but Kowloon City misses out

Nightlife tycoon Allan Zeman says jump in business is due to ‘euphoria’ surrounding the newly opened Kai Tak Stadium.

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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.

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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.

James Christie powers over to score for Hong Kong against Japan. Photo: Elson Li
Hong Kong society

Hong Kong Sevens: South Stand in full swing with ‘impeccable’ party vibes

Costumed fans undeterred by cool weather and three-hour queues to get into main party stand at Kai Tak Stadium.

The famed South Stand was full by midday. Photo: Eugene Lee
Kai Tak Sports Park

Kai Tak Stadium dazzles Hong Kong Sevens fans but long queues spoil party

Fans praise stadium’s beauty but lengthy waiting times for drinks and sold-out refreshments leave some longing for Hong Kong Stadium.

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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.

Hong Kong China Rugby

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

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.

Australia captain Henry Hutchison (second from right) backing up teammate Henry Paterson in their win against Uruguay.
Hong Kong Sevens: As it happened

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: Latest news

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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Hong Kong Sevens: Explainers

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 Sevens: Latest news

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 revellers swap Wan Chai for Kowloon’s culinary delights

Thai food and hotpot are the new postgame treats for some fans of much loved annual tournament, which is being held in Kai Tak Stadium for first time.

Hong Kong China Rugby

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.

Harry Sayers celebrates his try in Hong Kong’s victory over China. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong society

Fans left frustrated by taxi issues on opening day of Hong Kong Sevens

Spectators lament taxi arrangements at Kai Tak Sports Park with some having to wait up to 45 minutes.

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Rugby fans leave Kai Tak. Photo: Edmond So
Hong Kong China Rugby

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.

Hong Kong Sevens: Argentina hope Kai Tak can banish ghosts of terrible past

South Americans make fast start in bid to break Hong Kong jinx, set for Fiji clash and quarter-final contest on Saturday.

Hong Kong tourism

Hong Kong Sevens scores with fans, brings boost for hotels and restaurants

Visitors say new Kai Tak Stadium enlivens the atmosphere while some businesses report up to 20 per cent increase in sales.

Revellers on day one of the Hong Kong Sevens at Kai Tak Stadium. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong China Rugby

Hong Kong-born star shining for United States at Sevens, eyes Olympic glory

Lucas Lacamp and Olympic silver-medallist Flo Symonds both back in city of birth to represent adopted countries.

Lucas Lacamp lets fly during USA’s match with Fiji on Friday. Photo: Elson Li
Hong Kong Sevens: Latest news

Hong Kong Sevens as it happened: laser show and city’s men light up Kai Tak

Hong Kong’s women run in five tries against Kazakhstan, and opening ceremony dazzles before city’s men sweep past China.

Hong Kong tourism

Exclusive | ‘Super March’ good for Hong Kong as focus turns to quality: tourism minister

Rosanna Law sits down for exclusive interview with the Post, covering topics ranging from promoting yacht tourism to going big on ‘Super March’.

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