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Hong Kong Sevens

Hong Kong Sevens
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.
Fireworks light up the last day of the Hong Kong Sevens, held at Kai Tak Stadium for the first time this year. Photo: Eugene Lee
HSBC Sevens World Series

Hong Kong Sevens injected almost US$100 million into economy on Kai Tak debut

According to Nielsen, the amount generated placed the event between a Formula 1 race and a world championship for an Olympic sport.

Hong Kong sports

Opinion | Hong Kong can showcase true sportsmanship at National Games

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Cathay Pacific

Hong Kong Sevens 2026: ticket details announced for 50th anniversary tournament

Hong Kong society

Letters | Hong Kong needs more open and empathetic conversations on suicide

Readers discuss how the city can address the rising number of suicides, and changes to the Hong Kong Sevens tournament.

The 2024-2026 theme for World Suicide Prevention Day is “Changing the Narrative on Suicide”. Photo: Getty Images
World Rugby

Hong Kong Sevens set for mid-April, will launch controversial World Championship

World Rugby confirm calendar for elite division of revamped circuit, lower-tier nations in dark over tournament dates and destinations.

Hong Kong tourism

‘Hong Kong Inc’ concept needed even as tourist numbers rocket, forum told

Speakers at Post’s Redefining Hong Kong forum say city struggling with global brand recognition while arts sector faces big financial challenges.

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2025 National Games

Opinion | No English on National Games ticketing site? Welcome to Asia’s World City

If Hong Kong is serious about drawing international crowds, National Games ticketing should be friendly to non-Chinese speakers.

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Tourists have their picture taken in front of a countdown display for the National Games in Hong Kong on August 1. Photo: Xinhua

Global sevens circuit eyes 2026 launch with franchise model and rule tweaks

Owners of Premier League side Sunderland are behind competition that wants world’s best players to star in franchise circuit.

Hong Kong society

Opinion | Hong Kong’s co-hosting of National Games is about much more than sport

It’s also a chance to display Greater Bay Area cooperation and a powerful lesson in civic pride for Hong Kong youth.

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Hong Kong culture

Editorial | Hong Kong has to improve experience of visitors as events list grows

As Hong Kong consolidates its place in the sporting and entertainment calendar, it must be prepared for the crowds to come.

Lisa of Blackpink performs at the Coachella music festival. The band are set to play in Hong Kong’s Kai Tak Sports Park. File photo: Getty Images
Hong Kong tourism

Opinion | Hong Kong could set a benchmark for Asia on hosting green mega-events

In a world increasingly concerned about environmental impact, the success of the city’s mega-events must go beyond attendance.

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Water bottles are left outside Kai Tak Stadium on January 5. Can Hong Kong balance economic gain with environmental responsibility and utilise mega-events as a catalyst for green transformation? Photo: Sam Tsang
HSBC Sevens World Series

Rugby sevens given reality check as Ireland disbands its men’s team

Irish union decides to discontinue men’s team as it says sevens does not help develop the 15s game – but women’s team will continue.

Hong Kong Sevens: Latest news

Sevens’ financial future at stake, changes necessary for Olympics – World Rugby

The sport’s governing body will decrease the number of teams in the World Series from 12 to eight.

Hong Kong tourism

‘Super March’ tourism campaign paints ‘promising’ picture for Hong Kong economy

Top business insights provider also says Art Basel brought in wealthiest visitors under drive at average monthly income of about HK$44,000.

Revellers pack Kai Tak Stadium’s South Stand on the second day of Hong Kong Sevens. Photo: Eugene Lee
Asia Rugby Sevens Series

Portugal and South Africa claim Krakow titles in HSBC Challenger Series

Portugal’s men clinch thrilling final over Samoa, while South Africa’s dominant women finish perfect weekend with victory over Kenya.

Portugal’s men and South Africa’s women celebrate their respective victories together at the HSBC Challenger Series in Krakow. Photo: Reuters
Hong Kong society

Certain bottles allowed for Coldplay concerts at Hong Kong’s Kai Tak Stadium

Empty 600ml plastic or silicone reusable bottles and cups will be allowed inside venue, but handheld signs still prohibited, organiser says.

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India

Letters | Why India is both world’s happiest place and No 118 behind Ukraine

Readers discuss the widely varying results of different global happiness surveys, Duterte’s arrest by the ICC, and waste reduction at the Hong Kong Sevens.

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Kai Tak Sports Park

Opinion | Hong Kong’s new stadium doesn’t need mega-events, just great sports fixtures

The Sevens experience suggests Kai Tak Sports Park can be a draw for many more international sporting events.

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The Hong Kong women’s team takes a selfie with fans after beating Kazakhstan on Day 3 of the Hong Kong Sevens at Kai Tak Stadium on March 30. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong transport

Opinion | Premium taxi fleets in Hong Kong not the answer to ride-hailing dilemma

Pandering to taxi industry interests does Hongkongers no favours and damages the reputation of an otherwise world-class transport network.

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Hong Kong economy

Xia Baolong ‘concerned’ with Hong Kong’s tourism, as minister vows to do more

Rosanna Law pledges to make the most of local resources in response to call from Beijing’s point man on Hong Kong affairs for new offerings.

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US-China trade war

Opinion | A lesson from the Hong Kong Sevens amid uncertainty brought by Trump

When not cheering on Hong Kong’s teams, fans at Kai Tak Stadium’s first major event could be found discussing geopolitics.

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Fans react on the third day of the Hong Kong Sevens at Kai Tak Stadium on March 30. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong society

Letters | Hong Kong Sevens delivers a winner in Kai Tak stadium

Readers discuss how the new venue performed at a major event, budget cuts affecting the old and young, and the etiquette over priority seats on public transport.

Rugby fans relax outside the Kai Tak stadium on March 28, the first of the Hong Kong Sevens. The new stadium has proved itself a very good facility to support Hong Kong’s ambitions for events. Photo: Handout
Banking & finance

HSBC shareholders buzz about freebies, have fewer dividend gripes

Many stockholders praised bank’s strong performance last year, adding that they supported new strategies to cut costs and achieve growth.

Hong Kong

Editorial | ‘Successful try’ at the Sevens proves game changer for stadium

Despite teething troubles at the rugby showcase, fans cheered the new Hong Kong venue that now eagerly awaits a top band and the best in football action.

Kai Tak Sports Park

Hong Kong Sevens: Kaiser Chiefs proud to play at Kai Tak first – before Coldplay

Singer Ricky Wilson happy to be ‘kind of the first’ as he praises the city’s tourist attractions after enjoying nightlife and Disneyland.

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Ricky Wilson of Kaiser Chiefs performs on Kai Tak Stadium’s South Stand stage at the Hong Kong Sevens on Sunday. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong environmental issues

Greenpeace urges Hong Kong’s Kai Tak Sports Park to improve sustainability

Green group estimate that 860,000 disposable items, including 510,000 paper cups, were used during Hong Kong Sevens rugby tournament.

Greenpeace campaigner Leanne Tam has warned Kai Tak Sports Park about its long-term sustainability. Photo: Sun Yeung
Hong Kong racing

Jockey Club hopeful Happy Valley races can complement HK Sevens week in 2026

Engelbrecht-Bresges ‘cautiously optimistic’ he can reach a deal with HKFC to hold ‘Happy Wednesday’ party during one of city’s biggest weeks.

Banking & finance

HSBC bets big on Hong Kong to tap Asia’s wealth-management boom: Elhedery

HSBC’s customers base increased to 6.2 million last year from 5.4 million, showing the importance of the city, Elhedery says.

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