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50th Hong Kong Sevens Begins Amid Rainstorm Warning

4/17/2026

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  • The 50th anniversary of the Cathay/HSBC Hong Kong Sevens kicked off at Kai Tak Stadium despite an amber rainstorm warning.
  • The event features performances including a dragon dance and music from Primrose and Gwyn Dorado.
  • The tournament is sold out, with only single-day tickets remaining.
  • Defending champions Argentina and South Africa's Blitzboks compete, with the Blitzboks never having won in Hong Kong, and local players such as Ryan Santos participating.