Hong Kong Sevens

2024 - 4 - 5

Hong Kong Sevens Madness: Thrilling Victories and Unexpected Defeats

๐Ÿ‰๐Ÿ”ฅ Exciting updates from the Hong Kong Sevens tournament! From the Blitzboks' dominating performance to the disappointing day for Springbok Women's Sevens, check out the rollercoaster of emotions on the field.

The Hong Kong Sevens tournament has been a rollercoaster of thrilling victories and unexpected defeats. The Blitzboks set the tone with dominating pool victories, showcasing their prowess under new coach Phillip Snyman. However, the Springbok Women's Sevens faced a tough day, losing both their matches in Pool B. Despite the mixed outcomes, the atmosphere in Hong Kong is electric, with fans eagerly awaiting the knockout stages.

In the midst of the intense competition, the All Blacks Sevens stunned the crowd by thrashing SVNS Series leaders Argentina with a remarkable 22-nil victory. This impressive statement solidified New Zealand's position as a top contender in the tournament. Meanwhile, the rising force of Ireland displayed their grit and determination, securing a strong position in the world series standings and setting themselves up for a promising quarter-final berth.

As the tournament progresses, fans can't help but anticipate the fierce battles and unexpected twists that the Hong Kong Sevens always delivers. With the Blitzboks and New Zealand showing early dominance, the race to the championship intensifies. Stay tuned for more action-packed moments and see which team will emerge victorious in this prestigious rugby sevens event!

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Hong Kong Sevens: USA star Ilona Maher enjoys sights and sounds ... (South China Morning Post)

On her first visit, the social media star has been sharing everything about Hong Kong, but says the team's performances have been less pleasing.

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Hong Kong Sevens: rising force Ireland say 'our grit comes from ... (South China Morning Post)

Ireland, lying second in world series standings, well positioned to reach quarter-finals after beating Samoa; The European champions have improved since ...

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Blitzboks open Hong Kong quest with two wins (SA Rugby)

The Springbok Sevens team meant business on the opening day of the Cathay/HSBC Hong Kong Sevens on Friday with convincing pool victories over Ireland ...

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Blitzboks start to sizzle as they blow away Spain at Hong Kong Sevens (Independent Online)

The result meant the Blitzboks made a perfect start to their Hong Kong Sevens campaign, after they dispatched Ireland 22-17 earlier in the day.

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Positive start for Blitzboks in Hong Kong | SuperSport (SuperSport)

The Springbok Sevens side promised a better performance than the lows they hit in Los Angeles and under new coach Phillip Snyman they immediately delivered.

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Disappointing start for Springbok Women's Sevens (SA Rugby)

It was a day of missed opportunities for the Springbok Women's Sevens at the Cathay/HSBC Hong Kong Sevens, losing both their Pool B matches on Friday, ...

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Snyman: Blitzboks better, but job not done (SARugbymag)

Philip Snyman is pleased to see the Blitzboks secure a place in the Hong Kong Sevens quarter-finals, but wants a strong finish to the pool stage against ...

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WATCH: Blitzboks start to sizzle as they blow away Spain at Hong ... (The Daily Voice)

The result meant the Blitzboks made a perfect start to their Hong Kong Sevens campaign, after they dispatched Ireland 22-17 earlier in the day.

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Blitzboks win opening matches of World Rugby's Sevens in Hong ... (SABC News)

The Blitzboks top Pool C with one match to play against Samoa early tomorrow morning.

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All Blacks Sevens thrash SVNS Series leaders Argentina in Hong ... (RugbyPass)

New Zealand have sent a scarily impressive statement to the rest of the men's SVNS Series sides by thrashing circuit heavyweights Argentina 22-nil.

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HSBC SVNS 2024: Black Ferns Sevens start title defence in style ... (World Rugby)

We recap all the action from day one at the Cathay/HSBC Hong Kong Sevens where there is still all to play for at both ends of the standings.

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Rugby Sevens: All Blacks Sevens clinch quarter-finals spot with ... (Newshub)

New Zealand have shown impressive early form to secure a spot in the Hong Kong Sevens men's quarter-finals, with pool victories over Great Britain and ...

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Ireland Men and Women face 'win and you're in' pool deciders after ... (The42)

IRELAND'S MEN AND Women both have their destiny in their own hands after the opening day of the HSBC Sevens in Hong Kong on Friday.

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'We really hurt them... that is what Springboks 7s stands for' (RugbyPass)

Philip Snyman was the happiest South African in Hong Kong on Friday after his team won its pool matches against Ireland and Samoa.

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Hong Kong Sevens: All Blacks get title defence off to winning start ... (South China Morning Post)

Crowd builds at Hong Kong Stadium ahead of city's men and women taking on their Chinese counterparts this evening.

Thirty-somethings Hooper and Baker make their mark at the Hong ... (The Associated Press)

Thirty-somethings Michael Hooper and Perry Baker have made their mark at the Hong Kong Sevens. Hooper has switched from a 125-test career in 15s to try and ...

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LIVE: Australia Women's Sevens perfect on day one as Men have ... (Rugby.com.au)

The SVNS World Series heads to Hong Kong as the Australian teams continue the build towards the Final and the Olympics.

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Hong Kong Sevens: Great Britain's men and women struggle on ... (South China Morning Post)

Two teams go winless, with men losing to defending champions New Zealand and relegation rivals USA, while women come unstuck against New Zealand and France.

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Sevens Party gets started in Hong Kong as Hooper Debuts - Asia ... (asiarugby.com)

A full house of 40000 fans were treated to spectacular entertainment on and off the pitch on the opening day of the world famous Cathay/HSBC Hong Kong ...

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Hooper's Olympic dream on track after superb Sevens debut (The Advertiser)

Michael Hooper's wild Olympic dream is alive after the former Wallabies captain ticked all the boxes in a stunning international debut against Fiji at the ...

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Michael Hooper sevens debut a treat for Hong Kong crowd (Rugby World)

Will the Michael Hooper sevens epxeriment be a success? The crowd in Hong Kong caught the first glimpse of the storied openside in the abbreviated game.

Thirty-somethings Hooper and Baker make their mark at the Hong ... (Yahoo Sports)

Two thirty-somethings, one of them a rugby sevens great and the other a rookie, made their mark at the Hong Kong Sevens on Friday. Newcomer Michael Hooper ...

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Michael Hooper shows off breakdown prowess in Sevens debut in ... (planetrugby.com)

Wallabies legend Michael Hooper showed his breakdown abilities with a stunning intervention to win a penalty in his Sevens debut for Australia.

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Hong Kong Sevens: Aussie legend Hooper has roller coaster start to ... (South China Morning Post)

Australia legend Michael Hooper reveals the extent of his nerves before a debut at the Cathay/HSBC Hong Kong Sevens, former 15s captain enjoys bright start, ...

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HKFP Lens: Rugby Sevens kicks off for final time at Hong Kong ... (Hong Kong Free Press)

The Hong Kong Sevens kicked off on Friday for the final time at the Hong Kong Stadium, an arena it has called home for 30 years.

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HSBC SVNS 2024: Argentina winless on opening day in Hong Kong ... (World Rugby)

We recap all the action from day one at the Cathay/HSBC Hong Kong Sevens as HSBC SVNS series leaders Argentina sit bottom of Pool B.

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Hong Kong Sevens 2024: schedule, results, TV info, tickets โ€“ all you ... (South China Morning Post)

The Cathay/HSBC Hong Kong Sevens continues on Saturday with group and knockout matches. Here's everything you need to know on day 2.

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Blitzboks march on to quarters of Hong Kong Sevens with Samoa ... (IOL)

South Africa will now march on to the quarterfinals later in the day, against Australia in their final game on day two at 6.01pm SA time.

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Unbeaten Blitzboks power into quarters (SARugbymag)

The Blitzboks topped Pool C of the Hong Kong Sevens with a commanding victory against Samoa on Saturday. The South Africans opened their campaign on Friday ...

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'Prestige and history' put Hong Kong Sevens on pedestal, says ... (South China Morning Post)

A 15s Test debut for Ireland in 1999 prevented Brian O'Driscoll from playing at the Hong Kong Sevens; Former British & Irish Lion in city for tournament, ...

New Zealand starts defence of titles at Hong Kong Rugby Sevens ... (ๆ–ฐๅŽ็ฝ‘)

HONG KONG, April 5 (Xinhua) -- New Zealand started its 2024 Hong Kong Rugby title defence in style as both men's and women's teams claimed consecutive ...

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Fans soak up Sevens atmosphere, shrug off storms - RTHK (RTHK)

Some 40000 fans headed to the Hong Kong Sevens on Saturday, making the most of the rain and gloomy conditions to celebrate the final edition of the t...

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Hong Kong Sevens: Great Britain's Burton comes full-circle after 25 ... (South China Morning Post)

Great Britain, bronze medallists in 2023, failed to reach the quarter-finals in Hong Kong; Victory over Brazil maintained position above Brazil, ...

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Hong Kong Sevens: New Zealand teams continue title defence ... (South China Morning Post)

New Zealand's men and women were unbeaten on the opening day at Hong Kong Stadium, but Australia and Fiji are hitting their strides too.

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Blitzboks eliminated in Hong Kong quarter-final (SA Rugby)

The Springbok Sevens' quest for a first title at the Cathay/HSBC Hong Kong Sevens was thwarted by Australia in the Hong Kong Stadium on Saturday, ...

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Hong Kong Sevens: former USA captain Gustaitis on why 'frenetic ... (Inkstone)

Abby Gustaitis says sevens is capturing the imagination of her compatriots, as women advance to Hong Kong Sevens semi-finals with emphatic 33-7 win over ...

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No Rush without Hong Kong 7s (FBC News)

All Blacks 7s legend Eric Rush says it's quite sad that when he returns to the Hong Kong 7s, it will be not at the same venue he made a name for himself.

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Blitzboks crash out in Hong Kong quarters | SuperSport (SuperSport)

The Springbok Sevens' long drought at the Hong Kong Sevens tournament continued on Saturday as they were ousted in the quarterfinals by Australia, ...

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LIVE | Hong Kong SVNS: Blitzboks felled by assertive Australians to ... (News24)

The Blitzboks went into the encounter without Selvyn Davids, who was suspended for three matches for a dangerous tackle in a niggly pool match against the ...

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Blitzboks didn't play 100% to potential, says Zain Davids as Hong ... (Sunday Independent)

The Blitzboks' Hong Kong Sevens bogey continued on Saturday as they were knocked out 15-0 by Australia in the cup quarter-final.

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Disappointing start for Springbok Women's Sevens (SA Rugby)

It was a day of missed opportunities for the Springbok Women's Sevens at the Cathay/HSBC Hong Kong Sevens, losing both their Pool B matches on Friday, ...

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Semi-final line-up confirmed at Cathay/HSBC Hong Kong Sevens ... (World Rugby)

Following a day of thrills and spills in front of a 40000 strong sell-out crowd in full voice at Hong Kong Stadium, there are four teams left in with a shot ...

NZ KOs Fiji in Hong Kong Sevens quarters. NZ vs Australia in men's ... (The Associated Press)

Defending champion New Zealand has knocked out Fiji 19-12 with a last-minute try to reach the Hong Kong Sevens semifinals.

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Hong Kong Sevens 2024: schedule, results, TV info, tickets โ€“ all you ... (Inkstone)

The Cathay/HSBC Hong Kong Sevens draws to a conclusion on Sunday, on what could be the last day it takes place at Hong Kong Stadium before a move to Kai Tak ...

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Hong Kong Sevens: New Zealand emerging from ruins of poor start ... (South China Morning Post)

Having ousted crowd favourites and perennial finalists Fiji, All Blacks now face old foes Australia for place in the final; Captain Dylan Collier says a lot ...

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