HK rugby chief hails Hangzhou as real game-changer

As well as savoring the huge returns for his side on the field at the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou, Hong Kong China Rugby CEO Robbie McRobbie was even more impressed by the passionate crowds who turned out to watch the sevens tournament.

After three days of competition, Hong Kong's men retained the Asian Games title they won in Jakarta five years ago, defeating the Republic of Korea in the gold-medal match on Tuesday. The Hong Kong women, too, enjoyed success, securing their first Asian Games rugby sevens medal, taking bronze after beating a highly favored Thailand team 7-5.

"I am absolutely delighted for our men's and women's teams, and hugely proud — they are a credit to Hong Kong, and deserve all the success in the world," said McRobbie, who was appointed Hong Kong China Rugby (HKCR) CEO in 2017.