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

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.

Hong Kong China Rugby

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

Hong Kong society

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

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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A common complaint from fans at Kai Tak Stadium was the long waiting times for buying refreshments. Photo: May Tse

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.

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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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Kai Tak Stadium won plenty of new fans. Photo: Eugene Lee
Hong Kong economy

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.

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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Queue is seen at the taxi stand next to the park. 28MAR25 SCMP/ 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.

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

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.

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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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Kai Tak Sports Park

Hong Kong Sevens ready to grow into new home, New Zealand eye double three-peat

Organisers hail ‘incredible milestone’ as event kicks off Kai Tak era with a record crowd, music and pyrotechnics.

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The men’s and women’s team captains assemble at Kai Tak Stadium on the eve of the tournament. Photo: May Tse
Kai Tak Sports Park

Hong Kong Sevens guide to day 1: tickets, schedule, how to get there on Friday

From transport to who plays when and the dos and don’ts at Kai Tak Stadium, here’s our handy guide to the event.

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Kai Tak Stadium’s retractable roof will be closed on Friday to support performances inside, but will remain open on Saturday and Sunday. Photo: Reuters
Hong Kong society

Editorial | Art Basel and Sevens perfect match for Hong Kong on international stage

As ‘Hong Kong Super March’ draws to a close, two very different events are attracting much-needed visitors and are set to win city wide acclaim.

Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong Sevens, Art Basel no match for Taylor Swift’s economic power: experts

City’s ‘Super March’ of mega-events will give the economy a lift but won’t be able to generate ‘Taylor Swift effect’, academics say.

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Hong Kong economy

Bars near Kai Tak Stadium to benefit the most from Hong Kong Sevens: sector

Business is expected to increase by 40 to 50 per cent in Kowloon City bars, but some fans say they still prefer to get drinks on the island side after matches.

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Kai Tak Sports Park. Photo: Dickson Lee
Kai Tak Sports Park

Hong Kong Sevens facts and figures, from how much beer to fan village surprises

The tournament’s new home at Kai Tak Stadium will make this the biggest edition in its 49-year history.

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The new Kai Tak Stadium is primed for its first Hong Kong Sevens. Photo: May Tse
Hong Kong society

Explainer | Watching the Hong Kong Sevens? Here’s how to get to Kai Tak Stadium and back

Whether you are a regular patron getting to grips with the new venue or a first-time Sevens spectator, the Post shares how to get there.

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HSBC Sevens World Series

France eye first Hong Kong Sevens win, and why Australia are using Chinese proverb

French captain Paulin Riva aiming to sustain momentum after his team’s achievements last year ‘helped French people discover sevens’.

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