(Sports Correspondent: Imran Sohail)
Blitzboks & Black Ferns Shine at Historic Hong Kong Sevens
A landmark weekend in rugby sevens ended in style as South Africa national rugby sevens team and New Zealand women’s national rugby sevens team claimed top honors at the iconic Hong Kong Sevens.
The event marked the 50th anniversary of the tournament, drawing massive crowds to the newly developed Kai Tak Sports Park and delivering three days of thrilling rugby action.
New Zealand Extend Dominance in Women’s Final
New Zealand women’s national rugby sevens team continued their dominance by defeating Australia women’s national rugby sevens team 19-14 in a closely contested final.
Star players like Jorja Miller and Maddison Levi delivered standout performances, while Player of the Final Risi Pouri-Lane praised her team’s resilience and unity.
This victory marked New Zealand’s fourth consecutive Hong Kong title and reinforced their position as one of the top teams in international rugby sevens.
Blitzboks Make History in Men’s Competition
In the men’s final, South Africa national rugby sevens team delivered a dominant 35-7 win over Argentina national rugby sevens team.
Led by captain Impi Visser, the team secured their first-ever Hong Kong Sevens title, ending years of near-misses at the tournament.
Record Crowds and Global Celebration
The 50th anniversary edition of the Hong Kong Sevens attracted record-breaking attendance, with over 41,000 fans حاضر on a single day.
World Rugby Chairman Brett Robinson praised the event, calling it a key milestone in the growth of rugby sevens worldwide and its journey to becoming an Olympic sport.
Final Highlights
- New Zealand women secured their fourth straight Hong Kong title
- South Africa men won their first-ever Hong Kong Sevens crown
- France women and Spain men claimed bronze medals
- Record-breaking crowds celebrated 50 years of rugby sevens
