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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.
New Zealand’s Dallas Seymour powers his way through the mud as his team faces Hong Kong at the 1992 Cathay Pacific-Hongkong Bank Invitation Sevens at Hong Kong Stadium. The All Blacks won, obviously. Photo: SCMP Archives
From our archives

In pictures: 50 years of mud, sweat and beers at the Hong Kong Rugby Sevens

Try, try again: a look back at the thrilling sporting action of Hong Kong’s premier tournament.

Hong Kong China Rugby

Hong Kong 7s coach’s Olympics ‘desire’, but first eyes Kai Tak, Asian Games joy

World Rugby

Ex-Hong Kong Sevens captain Bob Lloyd relives 50 years of rugby magic at tournament

From our archives

On This Day | First Hong Kong Sevens rugby tourney held in 1976 – SCMP archive

50 years ago today, the city hosted its first international rugby sevens tournament at the Hong Kong Football Club.

Hong Kong players run out on to the pitch at the first sevens in 1976. Photo: HKRFU
Hong Kong Investment Corporation

Trip down memory lane: how Hong Kong Sevens has evolved into world-class event

Celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, the tournament has grown from humble beginnings into a sporting spectacle at Kai Tak Sports Park.

Hong Kong China Rugby

Hong Kong sevens head has unfinished business, underlines world and Olympic aims

Welshman Paul John, city team coach of year, ‘hungry to achieve more’ as he approaches decade in role, prepares for Hong Kong Sevens.

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HSBC

Hong Kong Sevens hits 50 but fans more focused on cost of tickets for 3-day bash

This year’s tournament, from April 17 to 19, marks the start of the new HSBC SVNS World Championship, featuring 30 teams playing 72 matches.

A first rise in ticket prices since 2018 has dampened the excitement for some fans for this year’s event. Photo: Eugene Lee
Hong Kong China Rugby

Rugby 7s royalty Ben Gollings bringing Chennai Bulls to play in Hong Kong

World Series record points scorer believes sport’s chiefs need to find ‘sweet spot’ to restore shorter format’s charm.

Hong Kong China Rugby

Bumper crowd expected for Hong Kong Sevens, as ticket sales pass 100,000 mark

The South Stand Pass category, all corporate boxes and individual hospitality have sold out for the second year at Kai Tak Stadium in April.

Tradition HKFC 10s

Rugby and racing join forces to bring bigger and better sevens week to Hong Kong

Hong Kong China Rugby, Hong Kong Jockey Club, Hong Kong Football Club hope to bring more cohesion to biggest week in city’s sports calendar.

The Jockey Club Sevens School Tour last year enabled students to experience the world-class Hong Kong Sevens rugby tournament. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong’s Kai Tak Stadium ranks world’s No 3 in ticket sales in debut year

Venue’s ranking, just nine months after debut, cements city’s status as Asia’s events capital, operator says.

Kai Tak Stadium hosted the AFC Asian Cup qualifiers match between Hong Kong and Bangladesh. Photo: Sam Tsang
HSBC SVNS 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

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

Tickets for next April’s edition to go on sale in phases beginning October 1.

Fireworks round off this year’s Hong Kong Sevens at Kai Tak Stadium. Photo: Eugene Lee
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 SVNS 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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