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Hong Kong Rugby Sevens players talk char siu bao and mental strength

Salom Yiu Kam-shing and Chong Ka-yan offer insights into being professional athletes and preparing for the city’s biggest sporting event

Hong Kong’s Salom Yiu Kam-shing and Chong Ka-yan prepare for this weekend’s Hong Kong Rugby Sevens tournament.

Sevens fever has hit Hong Kong as people descend on the city for the premier tournament on the World Rugby Sevens Series. The event, which started in 1976, has blossomed from humble beginnings to the stage where it attracts visitors from around the globe.

Rugby is gaining in popularity across Asia, with interest in the 15-a-side version expected to peak from September 20 to November 2 when Japan hosts the Rugby World Cup tournament.