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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.
The National Games Coordination Office holds a pledging ceremony for the 15th National Games’ Hong Kong volunteers at Queen Elizabeth Stadium in Wan Chai on September 14. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong sports

Opinion | Hong Kong can showcase true sportsmanship at National Games

From attacks on athletes to political divisions on display, sports are getting more polarised. The National Games can help set a different example.

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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

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.

Argentina’s men celebrate winning the 2025 Cathay/HSBC Hong Kong Sevens at Kai Tak Stadium. Photo: Sam Tsang
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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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’s Michael Coverdale (right) holds the ball against China. Photo: Elson Li
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.

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.

Ireland (in green) against France at the 2024 Hong Kong Sevens at Hong Kong Stadium. Ireland finished second overall in 2023-24 but were relegated in the season that has just ended. Photo: Elson Li
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.

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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British singer Chris Martin (left) and drummer Will Champion (right) of British band Coldplay. Fans heading to Kai Tak Stadium for their concerts will be allowed to bring in bottles. Photo: AFP
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.

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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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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Vehicles are parked at the Transport Department Vehicle Examination Complex at Tsing Yi as part of a Taxi Fleet Launching Ceremony on March 3. Photo: Dickson Lee
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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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.

HSBC CEO Georges Elhedery on Tuesday. Photo: Reuters
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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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.

A packed Wednesday night crowd at the Happy Valley races. Photo: Kenneth Chan
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.

Hong Kong Sevens: Latest news

Hong Kong Sevens: 5 things we learned from another incredible weekend of rugby

An incredible stadium, food failures, New Zealand dominance and the next 50 years of Sevens in the city.

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