Hong Kong Sevens gets go-ahead for November
The Hong Kong Rugby Union on Saturday confirmed that the Cathay Pacific/HSBC Hong Kong Sevens tournament would return in November for the first time since 2019 after the government gave its blessing. The union said it was pleased to confirm that the tournament would take place from November 4 to 6, adding that it would continue to consult with the government and ensure that the event is delivered in compliance with "prevailing Covid-19 measures" in place at the time.  "After 3½ years without a Sevens I am confident this will be a very special event, all be it there lies plenty of hard work ahead for our dedicated events team," HKRU chairman Patrick Donovan said in the statement. "I would like to thank the government, our sponsors, and World Rugby for their support, and I am delighted to be able to once again tell the world – See You at the Sevens!" The union said it would begin liaising with stakeholders next week and would release other details, such as ticketing, in the near future.  Sports minister Kevin Yeung said on Commercial Radio earlier on Saturday that the event would likely take place in a "closed loop" arrangement for athletes, similar to the one used at the Beijing Winter Olympics earlier this year.______________________________
Last updated: 2022-07-30 HKT 17:17 