Hong Kong defended their Asian Games crown following an inspired final display from Liam Doherty. Photo: AFP
Asia Rugby Sevens Series

Sevens star Doherty talks focus, Asian Games gold, and Paris Olympics bid

11 Oct 2023 - 2:00PM

Liam Doherty put in a man-of-the-match performance in Hangzhou after being given a dressing down by coaches, and said acknowledging he was drifting helped reignite his drive.

Hong Kong defended their Asian Games crown following an inspired final display from Liam Doherty. Photo: AFP

Sevens star Doherty talks focus, Asian Games gold, and Paris Olympics bid

Liam Doherty put in a man-of-the-match performance in Hangzhou after being given a dressing down by coaches, and said acknowledging he was drifting helped reignite his drive.

11 Oct 2023 - 2:00PM

Premiership rugby opener fizzes as 15s vies for space in sevens-crazy Hong Kong

Super Saturday launches domestic season with emphasis on fan experience, as city’s rugby union acknowledges ‘challenge in getting people watching domestic sport’.

9 Oct 2023 - 8:45AM

Hong Kong’s women’s rugby sevens stars eye Olympics after Asian Games bronze

Co-captain Natasha Olson-Thorne and try hero Chong Ka-yan insist medal can provide confidence to improve further in time for Olympic bid.

1 Oct 2023 - 6:09PM
Hong Kong Football Club shared a keenly fought battle with Valley in the opening game of Super Saturday. Photo: Jonathan Wong

Premiership rugby opener fizzes as 15s vies for space in sevens-crazy Hong Kong

Super Saturday launches domestic season with emphasis on fan experience, as city’s rugby union acknowledges ‘challenge in getting people watching domestic sport’.

9 Oct 2023 - 8:45AM
Asian Games 2023

Hong Kong’s women’s rugby sevens stars eye Olympics after Asian Games bronze

Co-captain Natasha Olson-Thorne and try hero Chong Ka-yan insist medal can provide confidence to improve further in time for Olympic bid.

Co-captain Natasha Olson-Thorne and try hero Chong Ka-yan insist medal can provide confidence to improve further in time for Olympic bid.

1 Oct 2023 - 6:09PM
Asian Games 2023

Hong Kong’s Asian Games flag bearer and rugby star Yiu undecided on ‘Olympic dream’

Salom Yiu Kam-shing’s spectacular Asian Games was book ended by carrying Hong Kong’s flag in the opening ceremony and gold-medal glory on the field.

Salom Yiu Kam-shing’s spectacular Asian Games was book ended by carrying Hong Kong’s flag in the opening ceremony and gold-medal glory on the field.

27 Sep 2023 - 7:34PM

Asian Games 2023: Hong Kong rugby’s emotional roller-coaster ends at golden stop

City’s sevens stars win gold and bronze, as men successfully defend title in Hangzhou and women claim historic first medal of any colour.

26 Sep 2023 - 10:11PM
Asian Games 2023: Hong Kong rugby’s emotional roller-coaster ends at golden stop

Hong Kong rugby team better than when they won Asian Games last time, Webb says

Russ Webb believes they are ‘far more mature and smarter’, as unbeaten opening day in Hangzhou for city’s men and women sets up chance to add more rugby medals to the 2018 gold.

25 Sep 2023 - 8:00AM
Hong Kong rugby team better than when they won Asian Games last time, Webb says

Hong Kong’s Asian Games flag bearer and rugby star Yiu undecided on ‘Olympic dream’

Salom Yiu Kam-shing’s spectacular Asian Games was book ended by carrying Hong Kong’s flag in the opening ceremony and gold-medal glory on the field.

27 Sep 2023 - 7:34PM

Asian Games 2023: Hong Kong rugby’s emotional roller-coaster ends at golden stop

City’s sevens stars win gold and bronze, as men successfully defend title in Hangzhou and women claim historic first medal of any colour.

26 Sep 2023 - 10:11PM

Hong Kong rugby team better than when they won Asian Games last time, Webb says

Russ Webb believes they are ‘far more mature and smarter’, as unbeaten opening day in Hangzhou for city’s men and women sets up chance to add more rugby medals to the 2018 gold.

25 Sep 2023 - 8:00AM

Hong Kong Sevens, 17 days away and five things you need to know

This year’s tournament features a number of new highlights including reusable beer cups and a performance from Gwen Stefani

This year’s tournament features a number of new highlights including reusable beer cups and a performance from Gwen Stefani

19 Mar 2019 - 12:38PM
15 Mar 2019 - 9:16PM

Q&A | US sevens superstar Baker talks costumes, the South Stand and superstitions

One of the most electrifying sevens players should be ready to go for the Hong Kong Sevens tournament in April.

One of the most electrifying sevens players should be ready to go for the Hong Kong Sevens tournament in April.

13 Mar 2019 - 10:19PM

Hong Kong Sevens, 17 days away and five things you need to know

This year’s tournament features a number of new highlights including reusable beer cups and a performance from Gwen Stefani

This year’s tournament features a number of new highlights including reusable beer cups and a performance from Gwen Stefani

19 Mar 2019 - 12:38PM
15 Mar 2019 - 9:16PM

Q&A | US sevens superstar Baker talks costumes, the South Stand and superstitions

One of the most electrifying sevens players should be ready to go for the Hong Kong Sevens tournament in April.

One of the most electrifying sevens players should be ready to go for the Hong Kong Sevens tournament in April.

13 Mar 2019 - 10:19PM
Rugby | OPINION
Hong Kong fans celebrate winning the Shield against Canada at the 2023 Hong Kong Sevens. Photo: Elson Li

Opinion | 7 ideas to improve Hong Kong Sevens in 2024 and beyond

As dust settles on 2023 Sevens, is there scope for all involved to improve it further?

6 Apr 2023 - 7:17PM

Opinion | Hong Kong’s sporting teams need to think bigger – by looking beyond its borders

Joining leagues in mainland China or Japan could help bridge the huge gap that exists between Hong Kong’s domestic competitions and international level.

Joining leagues in mainland China or Japan could help bridge the huge gap that exists between Hong Kong’s domestic competitions and international level.

29 Nov 2022 - 10:03AM
Hong Kong’s sporting teams need to think bigger – by looking beyond its borders

Opinion | What should have happened in Korea with rugby anthem blunder

Certain local commentators seemed only too happy to punish the players for not knowing the music was offensive. But if they hadn’t noticed, these are professional athletes – not protesters.

Certain local commentators seemed only too happy to punish the players for not knowing the music was offensive. But if they hadn’t noticed, these are professional athletes – not protesters.

17 Nov 2022 - 4:25PM
What should have happened in Korea with rugby anthem blunder

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