InfoSpark: 50 years of the Hong Kong Sevens rugby tournament
As one of the city’s biggest sports events celebrates its legacy, our infographic features some key things that have changed over the years
byLau Ka-kuen
Published: 11:45am, 17 Apr 2026
Length: 112 words
Players walk onto the pitch at the first Hong Kong Rugby Sevens tournament in 1976. Photo: HKRFU
Since its first kick-off in 1976, the Hong Kong Sevens rugby tournament has occupied four different stadiums, brought in hordes of fans and grown into a massive annual event with teams from around the world.
Explore the tournament’s history and how its crowds and venues have evolved as the Hong Kong Sevens marks its 50th anniversary.
