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South Africa Win Hong Kong Sevens
South Africa's performance in the final was clinical and ruthless, as they completely overwhelmed the defending champions.
Ryan Oosthuizen opened the scoring in the ninth minute, setting the tone for a dominant display that saw the Blitzboks run in five tries.
The win is particularly significant as it is South Africa's first-ever title in the city, ending nearly three decades of disappointment.
In the women's competition, New Zealand maintained their dominance by beating Australia to secure their fourth Hong Kong title.